Is I Served the King of England based on a book?

Common questions

Is I Served the King of England based on a book?

Yes. I Served the King of England is based on the book I Served the King of England by Bohumil Hrabal (1971).

Who wrote the book I Served the King of England is based on?

I Served the King of England was written by Bohumil Hrabal and first published in 1971.

Should I read the book before watching?

If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read I Served the King of England before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.