Movie · 2006
Is The Girl Who Leapt Through Time based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Girl Who Leapt Through Time is based on the book The Girl Who Leapt Through Time by Yasutaka Tsutsui (1965).
The movie was released in 2006.
The book behind The Girl Who Leapt Through Time
The Girl Who Leapt Through Time
by Yasutaka Tsutsui · first published 1965 · science fiction, romantic fiction
1965 novel by Yasutaka Tsutsui.
Common questions
Is The Girl Who Leapt Through Time based on a book?
Yes. The Girl Who Leapt Through Time is based on the book The Girl Who Leapt Through Time by Yasutaka Tsutsui (1965).
Who wrote the book The Girl Who Leapt Through Time is based on?
The Girl Who Leapt Through Time was written by Yasutaka Tsutsui and first published in 1965.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Girl Who Leapt Through Time 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 Yasutaka Tsutsui's books
- Paprika (film, 2006)
- The Millionaire Detective - Balance: Unlimited (TV, 2020)