Movie · 2011
Is Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2 based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2 is based on the book Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows by J. K. Rowling (2007).
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows is book 7 of the Harry Potter series.
The movie was released in 2011.
The book behind Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
by J. K. Rowling · first published 2007 · fantasy, adventure fiction, young adult fiction
Fantasy novel by J. K. Rowling concluding the Harry Potter series.
Read next: 8 books like Harry Potter →
Harry Potter: books in order
- Harry Potter prequel (2008)
- Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (1997)
- Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (1998)
- Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (1999)
- Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (2000)
- Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (2003)
- Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (2005)
- Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
Other adaptations of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
- Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1 (film, 2010)
Common questions
Is Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2 based on a book?
Yes. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2 is based on the book Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows by J. K. Rowling (2007).
Who wrote the book Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2 is based on?
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows was written by J. K. Rowling and first published in 2007.
Is Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows part of a series?
Yes, it is book 7 in the Harry Potter series (7 books listed below in reading order).
Should I read the book before watching?
Start with Harry Potter prequel, book 1 of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. 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 J. K. Rowling's books
- Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (film, 2001)
- Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (film, 2002)
- Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (film, 2004)
- Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (film, 2005)
- Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (film, 2009)
- Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (film, 2007)