Movie · 1954
Is Le Rouge et le Noir based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Le Rouge et le Noir is based on the book The Red and the Black by Stendhal (1830).
The movie was released in 1954.
The book behind Le Rouge et le Noir
The Red and the Black
by Stendhal · first published 1830 · Bildungsroman, historical fiction, psychological fiction
French novel by Stendhal (1830).
Common questions
Is Le Rouge et le Noir based on a book?
Yes. Le Rouge et le Noir is based on the book The Red and the Black by Stendhal (1830).
Who wrote the book Le Rouge et le Noir is based on?
The Red and the Black was written by Stendhal and first published in 1830.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Red and the Black 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 Stendhal's books
- The Charterhouse of Parma (film, 1948)