Movie · 1964
Is La Tulipe noire based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. La Tulipe noire is based on the book The Black Tulip by Alexandre Dumas (1850).
The movie was released in 1964.
The book behind La Tulipe noire
The Black Tulip
by Alexandre Dumas · first published 1850 · historical fiction
Novel by Alexandre Dumas.
Common questions
Is La Tulipe noire based on a book?
Yes. La Tulipe noire is based on the book The Black Tulip by Alexandre Dumas (1850).
Who wrote the book La Tulipe noire is based on?
The Black Tulip was written by Alexandre Dumas and first published in 1850.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Black Tulip 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 Alexandre Dumas's books
- The Count of Monte Cristo (film, 2002)
- Ezel (TV, 2009)
- The Three Musketeers (film, 2011)
- The Three Musketeers (film, 1973)
- The Three Musketeers (film, 1993)
- La Reine Margot (film, 1994)