Movie · 1959
Is The 39 Steps based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The 39 Steps is based on the book The Thirty-nine Steps by John Buchan (1915).
The Thirty-nine Steps is part of the Richard Hannay series.
The movie was released in 1959.
The book behind The 39 Steps
The Thirty-nine Steps
by John Buchan · first published 1915 · spy fiction, mystery fiction
Novel by John Buchan.
Richard Hannay: books by publication date
- The Thirty-nine Steps (1915)
- Greenmantle (1916)
- Mr Standfast (1919)
- The Three Hostages (1924)
- The Courts of the Morning (1929)
- The Island of Sheep (1936)
Other adaptations of The Thirty-nine Steps
- The 39 Steps (film, 1935)
Common questions
Is The 39 Steps based on a book?
Yes. The 39 Steps is based on the book The Thirty-nine Steps by John Buchan (1915).
Who wrote the book The 39 Steps is based on?
The Thirty-nine Steps was written by John Buchan and first published in 1915.
Is The Thirty-nine Steps part of a series?
Yes, it is part of the Richard Hannay series.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Thirty-nine Steps before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.