Movie · 2025
Is The King of Kings based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The King of Kings is based on the book The Life of Our Lord by Charles Dickens (1934).
The movie was released in 2025.
The book behind The King of Kings
The Life of Our Lord
by Charles Dickens · first published 1934 · hagiography
Book about the life of Jesus by Charles Dickens for his young children, written 1846–1849, published in 1934.
Common questions
Is The King of Kings based on a book?
Yes. The King of Kings is based on the book The Life of Our Lord by Charles Dickens (1934).
Who wrote the book The King of Kings is based on?
The Life of Our Lord was written by Charles Dickens and first published in 1934.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Life of Our Lord 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 Charles Dickens's books
- Oliver & Company (film, 1988)
- Oliver! (film, 1968)
- A Christmas Carol (film, 2009)
- Ghosts of Girlfriends Past (film, 2009)
- Great Expectations (film, 1946)
- Great Expectations (film, 1998)