Movie · 2009
Is The Princess and the Frog based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Princess and the Frog is based on the book The Frog Prince by Brothers Grimm and Jacob Grimm and Wilhelm Grimm (1812).
The movie was released in 2009.
The book behind The Princess and the Frog
The Frog Prince
by Brothers Grimm and Jacob Grimm and Wilhelm Grimm · first published 1812 · fairy tale
Fairy tale collected by the Brothers Grimm.
Other adaptations of The Frog Prince
- The Tale of the Frog and the Golden Orb (film, 2022)
Common questions
Is The Princess and the Frog based on a book?
Yes. The Princess and the Frog is based on the book The Frog Prince by Brothers Grimm and Jacob Grimm and Wilhelm Grimm (1812).
Who wrote the book The Princess and the Frog is based on?
The Frog Prince was written by Brothers Grimm and Jacob Grimm and Wilhelm Grimm and first published in 1812.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Frog Prince 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 Brothers Grimm's books
- Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (film, 1937)
- Tangled (film, 2010)
- Snow White (film, 2025)
- Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters (film, 2013)
- Mirror Mirror (film, 2012)
- Sydney White (film, 2007)