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Movie · 1917

Is The Bottle Imp based on a book?

Quick answer

Yes. The Bottle Imp is based on the book The Bottle Imp by Robert Louis Stevenson (1891).

The movie was released in 1917.

The book behind The Bottle Imp

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The Bottle Imp

by Robert Louis Stevenson · first published 1891

1891 short story by Robert Louis Stevenson.

Common questions

Is The Bottle Imp based on a book?

Yes. The Bottle Imp is based on the book The Bottle Imp by Robert Louis Stevenson (1891).

Who wrote the book The Bottle Imp is based on?

The Bottle Imp was written by Robert Louis Stevenson and first published in 1891.

Should I read the book before watching?

If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Bottle Imp before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.

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