Movie · 1939
Is Gulliver's Travels based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Gulliver's Travels is based on the book Gulliver's Travels by Jonathan Swift (1726).
The movie was released in 1939.
The book behind Gulliver's Travels
Gulliver's Travels
by Jonathan Swift · first published 1726 · political satire, fantasy, nautical fiction
1726 novel by Jonathan Swift.
Other adaptations of Gulliver's Travels
- Gulliver's Travels (film, 2010)
- The New Gulliver (film, 1935)
- Gulliver's Travels Among the Lilliputians and the Giants (film, 1902)
Common questions
Is Gulliver's Travels based on a book?
Yes. Gulliver's Travels is based on the book Gulliver's Travels by Jonathan Swift (1726).
Who wrote the book Gulliver's Travels is based on?
Gulliver's Travels was written by Jonathan Swift and first published in 1726.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Gulliver's Travels before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.