Movie · 1984
Is Professor Dowell's Testament based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Professor Dowell's Testament is based on the book Professor Dowell's Head by Alexander Belyayev (1925).
The movie was released in 1984.
The book behind Professor Dowell's Testament
Professor Dowell's Head
by Alexander Belyayev · first published 1925 · science fiction, horror fiction
Novel by the Russian author Alexander Belyayev.
Common questions
Is Professor Dowell's Testament based on a book?
Yes. Professor Dowell's Testament is based on the book Professor Dowell's Head by Alexander Belyayev (1925).
Who wrote the book Professor Dowell's Testament is based on?
Professor Dowell's Head was written by Alexander Belyayev and first published in 1925.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Professor Dowell's Head 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 Alexander Belyayev's books
- Amphibian Man (film, 1961)
- The Shipwreck Island (film, 1987)