Movie · 1987

Is Gor based on a book?

Quick answer

Yes. Gor is based on the book Tarnsman of Gor by John Norman (1966).

Tarnsman of Gor is book 1 of the Gor series.

The movie was released in 1987.

The book behind Gor

Tarnsman of Gor

by John Norman · first published 1966 · sword and planet, science fantasy

1966 novel by John Norman.

Gor: books in order

  1. Tarnsman of Gor (1966)
  2. Outlaw of Gor (1967)
  3. Priest-Kings of Gor (1968)
  4. Nomads of Gor (1969)
  5. Assassin of Gor (1970)
  6. Raiders of Gor (1971)
  7. Captive of Gor (1972)
  8. Hunters of Gor (1974)
  9. Marauders of Gor (1975)
  10. Tribesmen of Gor (1976)
  11. Slave Girl of Gor
  12. Beasts of Gor (1978)
  13. Explorers of Gor (1979)
  14. Fighting Slave of Gor (1980)
  15. Rogue of Gor (1981)
  16. Guardsman of Gor (1981)
  17. Savages of Gor (1982)
  18. Blood Brothers of Gor (1982)
  19. Kajira of Gor (1983)
  20. Players of Gor (1984)
  21. Mercenaries of Gor (1985)
  22. Dancer of Gor (1985)
  23. Renegades of Gor (1986)
  24. Vagabonds of Gor (1987)
  25. Magicians of Gor (1988)
  26. Witness of Gor (2001)
  27. Prize of Gor (2008)
  28. Kur of Gor (2009)
  29. Swordsmen of Gor (2010)
  30. Mariners of Gor (2011)
  31. Conspirators of Gor (2012)
  32. Smugglers of Gor (2012)
  33. Rebels of Gor (2013)
  34. Plunder of Gor (2016)
  35. Quarry of Gor (2019)
  36. Avengers of Gor (2021)
  37. Warriors of Gor (2022)
  38. Treasure of Gor (2024)

Common questions

Is Gor based on a book?

Yes. Gor is based on the book Tarnsman of Gor by John Norman (1966).

Who wrote the book Gor is based on?

Tarnsman of Gor was written by John Norman and first published in 1966.

Is Tarnsman of Gor part of a series?

Yes, it is book 1 in the Gor series.

Should I read the book before watching?

Start with Tarnsman of Gor, book 1 of Tarnsman of Gor. 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.

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