Is The Father based on a book?

Common questions

Is The Father based on a book?

Yes. The Father is based on the book Le Père by Florian Zeller (2012).

Who wrote the book The Father is based on?

Le Père was written by Florian Zeller and first published in 2012.

Should I read the book before watching?

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