Is Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore based on a book?

Common questions

Is Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore based on a book?

Yes. Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore is based on the book Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore — The Original Screenplay by J. K. Rowling.

Who wrote the book Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore is based on?

Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore — The Original Screenplay was written by J. K. Rowling.

Is Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore — The Original Screenplay part of a series?

Yes, it is part of the Fantastic Beasts: The Original Screenplays series (2 books listed below in reading order).

Should I read the book before watching?

If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore — The Original Screenplay before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.