Movie · 2022
Is Elesin Oba, The King's Horseman based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Elesin Oba, The King's Horseman is based on the book Death and the King's Horseman by Wole Soyinka (1993).
The movie was released in 2022.
The book behind Elesin Oba, The King's Horseman
Death and the King's Horseman
by Wole Soyinka · first published 1993 · fiction literature
1993 play by Wole Soyinka.
Common questions
Is Elesin Oba, The King's Horseman based on a book?
Yes. Elesin Oba, The King's Horseman is based on the book Death and the King's Horseman by Wole Soyinka (1993).
Who wrote the book Elesin Oba, The King's Horseman is based on?
Death and the King's Horseman was written by Wole Soyinka and first published in 1993.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Death and the King's Horseman before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.