Movie · 1960
Is The Lady with the Dog based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Lady with the Dog is based on the book The Lady with the Dog by Anton Chekhov (1899).
The movie was released in 1960.
The book behind The Lady with the Dog
Other adaptations of The Lady with the Dog
- Dark Eyes (film, 1987)
Common questions
Is The Lady with the Dog based on a book?
Yes. The Lady with the Dog is based on the book The Lady with the Dog by Anton Chekhov (1899).
Who wrote the book The Lady with the Dog is based on?
The Lady with the Dog was written by Anton Chekhov and first published in 1899.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Lady with the Dog 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 Anton Chekhov's books
- An Unfinished Piece for Mechanical Piano (film, 1977)
- The Seagull (film, 2018)
- Uncle Vanya (film, 1970)
- The Grasshopper (film, 1955)
- The Anna Cross (film, 1954)
- The Bad Good Man (film, 1973)