Movie · 1990 · NBC
Is The Phantom of the Opera based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Phantom of the Opera is based on the book The Phantom of the Opera by Gaston Leroux (1910).
The movie was released in 1990 on NBC.
The book behind The Phantom of the Opera
The Phantom of the Opera
by Gaston Leroux · first published 1910 · romantic fiction, Gothic fiction, fantasy
1910 novel by Gaston Leroux.
Other adaptations of The Phantom of the Opera
- The Phantom of the Opera (film, 1925)
- The Phantom of the Opera (film, 2004)
- Phantom of the Paradise (film, 1974)
- Phantom of the Opera (film, 1943)
- The Phantom of the Opera (film, 1998)
- The Phantom of the Opera (film, 1962)
Common questions
Is The Phantom of the Opera based on a book?
Yes. The Phantom of the Opera is based on the book The Phantom of the Opera by Gaston Leroux (1910).
Who wrote the book The Phantom of the Opera is based on?
The Phantom of the Opera was written by Gaston Leroux and first published in 1910.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Phantom of the Opera 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 Gaston Leroux's books
- The Phantom of the Opera (film, 2026)