Is Asterix at the Olympic Games based on a book?

Common questions

Is Asterix at the Olympic Games based on a book?

Yes. Asterix at the Olympic Games is based on the comic Asterix at the Olympic Games by René Goscinny and Albert Uderzo (1968).

Who wrote the book Asterix at the Olympic Games is based on?

Asterix at the Olympic Games was written by René Goscinny and Albert Uderzo and first published in 1968.

Is Asterix at the Olympic Games part of a series?

Yes, it is book 12 in the Asterix series (9 books listed below in reading order).

How long is the book?

Asterix at the Olympic Games is about 48 pages long.

Should I read the book before watching?

If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Asterix at the Olympic Games before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.