Movie · 2001
Is Barbie in the Nutcracker based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Barbie in the Nutcracker is based on the book The Nutcracker and the Mouse King by E. T. A. Hoffmann (1816).
The movie was released in 2001.
The book behind Barbie in the Nutcracker
The Nutcracker and the Mouse King
by E. T. A. Hoffmann · first published 1816 · tale, Christmas fiction
Story by E. T. A. Hoffmann.
Other adaptations of The Nutcracker and the Mouse King
- The Nutcracker and the Four Realms (film, 2018)
- The Nutcracker Prince (film, 1990)
Common questions
Is Barbie in the Nutcracker based on a book?
Yes. Barbie in the Nutcracker is based on the book The Nutcracker and the Mouse King by E. T. A. Hoffmann (1816).
Who wrote the book Barbie in the Nutcracker is based on?
The Nutcracker and the Mouse King was written by E. T. A. Hoffmann and first published in 1816.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Nutcracker and the Mouse King before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.