Movie · 2014
Is The Giver based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Giver is based on the book The Giver by Lois Lowry (1993).
The Giver is book 1 of The Giver Quartet series.
The movie was released in 2014.
The book behind The Giver
The Giver
by Lois Lowry · first published 1993 · soft science fiction, young adult fiction, dystopian fiction
1993 children's science fiction novel by Lois Lowry.
The Giver Quartet: books in order
- The Giver (1993)
- Gathering Blue (2000)
- Messenger (2004)
- Son (2012)
Common questions
Is The Giver based on a book?
Yes. The Giver is based on the book The Giver by Lois Lowry (1993).
Who wrote the book The Giver is based on?
The Giver was written by Lois Lowry and first published in 1993.
Is The Giver part of a series?
Yes, it is book 1 in The Giver Quartet series.
Should I read the book before watching?
Start with The Giver, book 1 of The Giver. If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read it before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.