Is Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon based on a book?

Common questions

Is Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon based on a book?

Yes. Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon is based on the book Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon by Wang Dulu (1941).

Who wrote the book Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon is based on?

Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon was written by Wang Dulu and first published in 1941.

Is Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon part of a series?

Yes, it is book 4 in the Crane Iron Pentalogy series.

Should I read the book before watching?

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