Movie · 1975
Is The Magic Flute based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Magic Flute is based on the play The Magic Flute (1800).
The Magic Flute is part of the list of operas by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart series.
The movie was released in 1975.
The play behind The Magic Flute
The Magic Flute
Play · first published 1800 · singspiel, opera
1791 opera by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.
The Magic Flute: books by publication date
- Ascanio in Alba (1771)
- The Marriage of Figaro (1785)
- Die Entführung aus dem Serail (1785)
- Don Giovanni (1787)
- Così fan tutte (1791)
- The Magic Flute (1800)
- Il re pastore (1800)
- La clemenza di Tito (1800)
- Il sogno di Scipione (1800)
- Der Stein der Weisen (1800)
- Thamos, King of Egypt (1800)
- L'oca del Cairo (1855)
Other adaptations of The Magic Flute
- The Magic Flute (film, 2022)
Common questions
Is The Magic Flute based on a book?
Yes. The Magic Flute is based on the play The Magic Flute (1800).
Who wrote the book The Magic Flute is based on?
The source is The Magic Flute.
Is The Magic Flute part of a series?
Yes, it is part of the list of operas by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart series.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Magic Flute before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.