Movie · 2015
Is Fifty Shades of Grey based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Fifty Shades of Grey is based on the book Fifty Shades of Grey by E. L. James (2011).
Fifty Shades of Grey is part of the Fifty Shades series.
The movie was released in 2015.
The book behind Fifty Shades of Grey
Fifty Shades of Grey
by E. L. James · first published 2011 · erotic romance novel, BDSM-themed literature, dark romance
2011 erotic romance novel by E.L. James.
Fifty Shades: books by publication date
- Fifty Shades of Grey (2011)
- Fifty Shades Freed (2012)
- Fifty Shades Darker (2012)
- Grey: Fifty Shades of Grey as Told by Christian (2015)
- Darker: Fifty Shades Darker as Told by Christian (2017)
- Freed: Fifty Shades Freed as Told by Christian (2021)
Common questions
Is Fifty Shades of Grey based on a book?
Yes. Fifty Shades of Grey is based on the book Fifty Shades of Grey by E. L. James (2011).
Who wrote the book Fifty Shades of Grey is based on?
Fifty Shades of Grey was written by E. L. James and first published in 2011.
Is Fifty Shades of Grey part of a series?
Yes, it is part of the Fifty Shades series.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Fifty Shades of Grey before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.