Movie · 2006 · Sky One
Is Terry Pratchett's Hogfather based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Terry Pratchett's Hogfather is based on the book Hogfather by Terry Pratchett (1996).
Hogfather is book 20 of the Discworld series.
The movie was released in 2006 on Sky One.
The book behind Terry Pratchett's Hogfather
Hogfather
by Terry Pratchett · first published 1996 · fantasy, humorous literature
1996 novel by Terry Pratchett.
Discworld: books in order
- The Colour of Magic (1983)
- The Light Fantastic (1986)
- Equal Rites (1987)
- Mort (1987)
- Sourcery (1988)
- Wyrd Sisters (1988)
- Pyramids (1989)
- Guards! Guards! (1989)
- Eric (1990)
- Moving Pictures (1990)
- Reaper Man (1991)
- Witches Abroad (1991)
- Small Gods (1992)
- Lords and Ladies (1992)
- Men at Arms (1993)
- Soul Music (1994)
- Interesting Times (1994)
- Maskerade (1995)
- Feet of Clay (1996)
- Hogfather (1996)
- Jingo (1997)
- The Last Continent (1998)
- Carpe Jugulum (1998)
- The Fifth Elephant (1999)
- The Truth (2000)
- Thief of Time (2001)
- The Last Hero (2001)
- The Amazing Maurice and His Educated Rodents (2001)
- Night Watch (2002)
- The Wee Free Men (2003)
- Monstrous Regiment (2003)
- A Hat Full of Sky (2004)
- Going Postal (2004)
- Thud! (2005)
- Wintersmith (2006)
- Making Money (2007)
- Unseen Academicals (2009)
Common questions
Is Terry Pratchett's Hogfather based on a book?
Yes. Terry Pratchett's Hogfather is based on the book Hogfather by Terry Pratchett (1996).
Who wrote the book Terry Pratchett's Hogfather is based on?
Hogfather was written by Terry Pratchett and first published in 1996.
Is Hogfather part of a series?
Yes, it is book 20 in the Discworld series (3 books listed below in reading order).
Should I read the book before watching?
Start with The Colour of Magic, book 1 of Hogfather. 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.
More screen adaptations of Terry Pratchett's books
- Good Omens (TV, 2019)
- The Amazing Maurice (film, 2022)
- Terry Pratchett's Going Postal (film, 2010)