Movie · 2016
Is Batman: The Killing Joke based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Batman: The Killing Joke is based on the graphic novel Batman: The Killing Joke by Alan Moore (1988).
The movie was released in 2016.
The graphic novel behind Batman: The Killing Joke
Batman: The Killing Joke
Graphic novel by Alan Moore · first published 1988
1988 graphic novel by Alan Moore.
Common questions
Is Batman: The Killing Joke based on a book?
Yes. Batman: The Killing Joke is based on the graphic novel Batman: The Killing Joke by Alan Moore (1988).
Who wrote the book Batman: The Killing Joke is based on?
Batman: The Killing Joke was written by Alan Moore and first published in 1988.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Batman: The Killing Joke 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 Alan Moore's books
- V for Vendetta (film, 2005)
- Watchmen (film, 2009)
- Constantine (film, 2005)
- The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen (film, 2003)
- From Hell (film, 2001)
- Watchmen (TV, 2019)