Movie · 1960
Is Psycho based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Psycho is based on the book Psycho by Robert Bloch (1959).
Psycho is part of the Psycho tetralogy series.
The movie was released in 1960.
The book behind Psycho
Psycho
by Robert Bloch · first published 1959 · horror fiction, thriller
Novel by Robert Bloch (1959).
Psycho tetralogy: books by publication date
- Psycho (1959)
- Psycho II (1982)
- Psycho II (1983)
- Psycho III (1986)
- Bates Motel (1987)
- Psycho IV: The Beginning (1990)
- Psycho House (1990)
- Psycho (1998)
- Bates Motel (2013)
Other adaptations of Psycho
- Psycho (film, 1998)
Common questions
Is Psycho based on a book?
Yes. Psycho is based on the book Psycho by Robert Bloch (1959).
Who wrote the book Psycho is based on?
Psycho was written by Robert Bloch and first published in 1959.
Is Psycho part of a series?
Yes, it is part of the Psycho tetralogy series.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Psycho before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.