Movie · 2006
Is The Little Matchgirl based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Little Matchgirl is based on the book The Little Match Girl by Hans Christian Andersen (1845).
The movie was released in 2006.
The book behind The Little Matchgirl
The Little Match Girl
by Hans Christian Andersen · first published 1845 · fairy tale, Christmas fiction
Literary fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen.
Common questions
Is The Little Matchgirl based on a book?
Yes. The Little Matchgirl is based on the book The Little Match Girl by Hans Christian Andersen (1845).
Who wrote the book The Little Matchgirl is based on?
The Little Match Girl was written by Hans Christian Andersen and first published in 1845.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Little Match Girl 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 Hans Christian Andersen's books
- The Little Mermaid (film, 1989)
- Frozen (film, 2013)
- The Little Mermaid (film, 2023)
- The Red Shoes (film, 1948)
- Thumbelina (film, 1994)
- The Snow Queen (film, 1957)