Movie · 1925
Is The Eagle based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Eagle is based on the book Dubrovsky by Alexander Pushkin (1841).
The movie was released in 1925.
The book behind The Eagle
Other adaptations of Dubrovsky
- Dubrovsky (film, 1936)
Common questions
Is The Eagle based on a book?
Yes. The Eagle is based on the book Dubrovsky by Alexander Pushkin (1841).
Who wrote the book The Eagle is based on?
Dubrovsky was written by Alexander Pushkin and first published in 1841.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Dubrovsky 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 Alexander Pushkin's books
- The Queen of Spades (film, 1910)
- The Queen of Spades (film, 1916)
- Onegin (film, 1999)
- Ruslan and Ludmila (film, 1972)
- The Tale of Tsar Saltan (film, 1967)
- Boris Godunov (film, 1986)