Movie · 1935
Is The Devil Is a Woman based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Devil Is a Woman is based on the book The Woman and the Puppet by Pierre Louÿs (1898).
The movie was released in 1935.
The book behind The Devil Is a Woman
Other adaptations of The Woman and the Puppet
- That Obscure Object of Desire (film, 1977)
- La Femme et le Pantin (film, 1959)
Common questions
Is The Devil Is a Woman based on a book?
Yes. The Devil Is a Woman is based on the book The Woman and the Puppet by Pierre Louÿs (1898).
Who wrote the book The Devil Is a Woman is based on?
The Woman and the Puppet was written by Pierre Louÿs and first published in 1898.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Woman and the Puppet before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.