Movie · 1941
Is "Pimpernel" Smith based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. "Pimpernel" Smith is based on the book The Scarlet Pimpernel by Emma Orczy (1905).
The movie was released in 1941.
The book behind "Pimpernel" Smith
The Scarlet Pimpernel
by Emma Orczy · first published 1905 · cloak and dagger novel
Novel by Emma Orczy.
Other adaptations of The Scarlet Pimpernel
- The Scarlet Pimpernel (film, 1934)
- The Fighting Pimpernel (film, 1950)
Common questions
Is "Pimpernel" Smith based on a book?
Yes. "Pimpernel" Smith is based on the book The Scarlet Pimpernel by Emma Orczy (1905).
Who wrote the book "Pimpernel" Smith is based on?
The Scarlet Pimpernel was written by Emma Orczy and first published in 1905.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Scarlet Pimpernel 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 Emma Orczy's books
- The Emperor's Candlesticks (film, 1937)