Movie · 1921
Is The Phantom Carriage based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Phantom Carriage is based on the book Thy Soul Shall Bear Witness! by Selma Lagerlöf (1912).
The movie was released in 1921.
The book behind The Phantom Carriage
Thy Soul Shall Bear Witness!
by Selma Lagerlöf · first published 1912 · fantasy
1912 novel by Selma Lagerlöf.
Common questions
Is The Phantom Carriage based on a book?
Yes. The Phantom Carriage is based on the book Thy Soul Shall Bear Witness! by Selma Lagerlöf (1912).
Who wrote the book The Phantom Carriage is based on?
Thy Soul Shall Bear Witness! was written by Selma Lagerlöf and first published in 1912.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Thy Soul Shall Bear Witness! 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 Selma Lagerlöf's books
- The Wonderful Adventures of Nils (TV, 1980)
- The Saga of Gosta Berling (film, 1924)
- The Enchanted Boy (film, 1955)
- Sons of Ingmar (film, 1919)
- The Tower of Lies (film, 1925)
- Karin Daughter of Ingmar (film, 1920)