Movie · 1915
Is Peer Gynt based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Peer Gynt is based on the play Peer Gynt by Henrik Ibsen (1867).
The movie was released in 1915.
The play behind Peer Gynt
Peer Gynt
Play by Henrik Ibsen · first published 1867 · verse drama
Dramatic poem in five acts by the Norwegian dramatist Henrik Ibsen.
Common questions
Is Peer Gynt based on a book?
Yes. Peer Gynt is based on the play Peer Gynt by Henrik Ibsen (1867).
Who wrote the book Peer Gynt is based on?
Peer Gynt was written by Henrik Ibsen and first published in 1867.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Peer Gynt before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.
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- A Doll's House (film, 1922)