Movie · 1985
Is Emil's Mischiefs based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Emil's Mischiefs is based on the book series Emil from Lönneberga by Astrid Lindgren.
The movie was released in 1985.
The book series behind Emil's Mischiefs
Emil from Lönneberga
Book series by Astrid Lindgren · children's fiction
Emil from Lönneberga: books in order
- Emil and the Great Escape (1963)
- Emil's Pranks (1966)
- Emil's Clever Pig (1970)
Other adaptations of Emil from Lönneberga
- Michel aus Lönneberga (TV, 1975)
- Emil i Lönneberga (film, 1971)
- That Boy Emil (film, 2013)
Common questions
Is Emil's Mischiefs based on a book?
Yes. Emil's Mischiefs is based on the book series Emil from Lönneberga by Astrid Lindgren.
Who wrote the book Emil's Mischiefs is based on?
Emil from Lönneberga was written by Astrid Lindgren.
Should I read the book before watching?
Start with Emil and the Great Escape, book 1 of Emil from Lönneberga. If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read it 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 Astrid Lindgren's books
- Mio in the Land of Faraway (film, 1987)
- Pippi Longstocking (TV, 1969)
- Ronia, the Robber's Daughter (film, 1984)
- Ronja, the Robber's Daughter (TV, 2014)
- Pippi Longstocking (film, 1997)
- Junior and Karlsson (film, 1968)