Movie · 2022
Is My Father's Dragon based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. My Father's Dragon is based on the book My Father's Dragon by Ruth Stiles Gannett (1948).
My Father's Dragon is book 1 of the My Father's Dragon trilogy series.
The movie was released in 2022.
The book behind My Father's Dragon
My Father's Dragon
by Ruth Stiles Gannett · first published 1948 · speculative fiction, children's fiction
1948 novel by Ruth Stiles Gannett.
My Father's Dragon trilogy: books in order
- My Father's Dragon (1948)
- Elmer and the Dragon (1950)
- The Dragons of Blueland
Common questions
Is My Father's Dragon based on a book?
Yes. My Father's Dragon is based on the book My Father's Dragon by Ruth Stiles Gannett (1948).
Who wrote the book My Father's Dragon is based on?
My Father's Dragon was written by Ruth Stiles Gannett and first published in 1948.
Is My Father's Dragon part of a series?
Yes, it is book 1 in the My Father's Dragon trilogy series.
Should I read the book before watching?
Start with My Father's Dragon, book 1 of My Father's Dragon. 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.