Movie · 1987
Is Dark Eyes based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Dark Eyes is based on the works The Lady with the Dog by Anton Chekhov (1899) and Anna on the Neck by Anton Chekhov (1895) and The Party by Anton Chekhov (1888) and My Wife by Anton Chekhov (1892).
The movie was released in 1987.
The book behind Dark Eyes
Other adaptations of The Lady with the Dog
- The Lady with the Dog (film, 1960)
- The Anna Cross (film, 1954)
- An Hour with Chekhov (film, 1929)
Common questions
Is Dark Eyes based on a book?
Yes. Dark Eyes is based on the works The Lady with the Dog by Anton Chekhov (1899) and Anna on the Neck by Anton Chekhov (1895) and The Party by Anton Chekhov (1888) and My Wife by Anton Chekhov (1892).
Who wrote the book Dark Eyes is based on?
The Lady with the Dog was written by Anton Chekhov and first published in 1899.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Lady with the Dog 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 Anton Chekhov's books
- An Unfinished Piece for Mechanical Piano (film, 1977)
- The Seagull (film, 2018)
- Uncle Vanya (film, 1970)
- The Grasshopper (film, 1955)
- The Bad Good Man (film, 1973)
- The Safety Match (film, 1954)