Movie · 1991
Is The Dumbfounded King based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Dumbfounded King is based on the book The King Amaz'd by Gonzalo Torrente Ballester (1989).
The movie was released in 1991.
The book behind The Dumbfounded King
The King Amaz'd
by Gonzalo Torrente Ballester · first published 1989 · picaresque novel
Novel by Gonzalo Torrente Ballester.
Common questions
Is The Dumbfounded King based on a book?
Yes. The Dumbfounded King is based on the book The King Amaz'd by Gonzalo Torrente Ballester (1989).
Who wrote the book The Dumbfounded King is based on?
The King Amaz'd was written by Gonzalo Torrente Ballester and first published in 1989.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The King Amaz'd before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.