Dan Leno and the Limehouse Golem book cover

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Movie · 2016

Is The Limehouse Golem based on a book?

Quick answer

Yes. The Limehouse Golem is based on the book Dan Leno and the Limehouse Golem by Peter Ackroyd (1994).

The movie was released in 2016.

The book behind The Limehouse Golem

Dan Leno and the Limehouse Golem cover

Dan Leno and the Limehouse Golem

by Peter Ackroyd · first published 1994

1994 novel by Peter Ackroyd.

Common questions

Is The Limehouse Golem based on a book?

Yes. The Limehouse Golem is based on the book Dan Leno and the Limehouse Golem by Peter Ackroyd (1994).

Who wrote the book The Limehouse Golem is based on?

Dan Leno and the Limehouse Golem was written by Peter Ackroyd and first published in 1994.

Should I read the book before watching?

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

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