Movie · 2006
Is Arthur and the Minimoys based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Arthur and the Minimoys is based on the works Arthur and the Forbidden City by Luc Besson (2003) and Arthur and the Minimoys by Luc Besson (2002).
Arthur and the Forbidden City is book 2 of the Arthur series series.
The movie was released in 2006.
The book behind Arthur and the Minimoys
Arthur and the Forbidden City
by Luc Besson · first published 2003 · speculative fiction
2003 novel by Luc Besson.
Arthur and the Minimoys
by Luc Besson · first published 2002 · speculative fiction
2002 novel by Luc Besson.
Arthur series: books in order
- Arthur and the Minimoys (2002)
- Arthur and the Forbidden City (2003)
- Arthur and the Revenge of Maltazard (2004)
- Arthur and the War of the Two Worlds (2005)
Common questions
Is Arthur and the Minimoys based on a book?
Yes. Arthur and the Minimoys is based on the works Arthur and the Forbidden City by Luc Besson (2003) and Arthur and the Minimoys by Luc Besson (2002).
Who wrote the book Arthur and the Minimoys is based on?
Arthur and the Forbidden City was written by Luc Besson and first published in 2003.
Is Arthur and the Forbidden City part of a series?
Yes, it is book 2 in the Arthur series series (3 books listed below in reading order).
Should I read the book before watching?
Start with Arthur and the Minimoys, book 1 of Arthur and the Forbidden City. If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read it before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.
More screen adaptations of Luc Besson's books
- Arthur 3: The War of the Two Worlds (film, 2010)