Movie · 1990
Is The Nutcracker Prince based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Nutcracker Prince is based on the book The Nutcracker and the Mouse King by E. T. A. Hoffmann (1816).
The movie was released in 1990.
The book behind The Nutcracker Prince
The Nutcracker and the Mouse King
by E. T. A. Hoffmann · first published 1816 · tale, Christmas fiction
Story by E. T. A. Hoffmann.
Other adaptations of The Nutcracker and the Mouse King
- The Nutcracker and the Four Realms (film, 2018)
- Barbie in the Nutcracker (film, 2001)
Common questions
Is The Nutcracker Prince based on a book?
Yes. The Nutcracker Prince is based on the book The Nutcracker and the Mouse King by E. T. A. Hoffmann (1816).
Who wrote the book The Nutcracker Prince is based on?
The Nutcracker and the Mouse King was written by E. T. A. Hoffmann and first published in 1816.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Nutcracker and the Mouse King before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.