Movie · 1940
Is The Mark of Zorro based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Mark of Zorro is based on the book The Curse of Capistrano by Johnston McCulley (1919).
The movie was released in 1940.
The book behind The Mark of Zorro
The Curse of Capistrano
by Johnston McCulley · first published 1919 · cloak and dagger novel, adventure fiction, historical fiction
Novel by Johnston McCulley.
Other adaptations of The Curse of Capistrano
- The Mark of Zorro (film, 1920)
Common questions
Is The Mark of Zorro based on a book?
Yes. The Mark of Zorro is based on the book The Curse of Capistrano by Johnston McCulley (1919).
Who wrote the book The Mark of Zorro is based on?
The Curse of Capistrano was written by Johnston McCulley and first published in 1919.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Curse of Capistrano before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.