Movie · 2018
Is Lady J based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Lady J is based on the book Jacques the Fatalist by Denis Diderot (1796).
The movie was released in 2018.
The book behind Lady J
Jacques the Fatalist
by Denis Diderot · first published 1796 · philosophical fiction
1796 novel by Denis Diderot.
Other adaptations of Jacques the Fatalist
- Les Dames du Bois de Boulogne (film, 1945)
Common questions
Is Lady J based on a book?
Yes. Lady J is based on the book Jacques the Fatalist by Denis Diderot (1796).
Who wrote the book Lady J is based on?
Jacques the Fatalist was written by Denis Diderot and first published in 1796.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Jacques the Fatalist before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.