Movie · 1965
Is The Saragossa Manuscript based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Saragossa Manuscript is based on the novel The Manuscript Found in Saragossa by Jan Potocki (1805).
The movie was released in 1965.
The novel behind The Saragossa Manuscript
The Manuscript Found in Saragossa
Novel by Jan Potocki · first published 1805 · picaresque novel, story within a story, Gothic novel
Novel by Jan Potocki.
Common questions
Is The Saragossa Manuscript based on a book?
Yes. The Saragossa Manuscript is based on the novel The Manuscript Found in Saragossa by Jan Potocki (1805).
Who wrote the book The Saragossa Manuscript is based on?
The Manuscript Found in Saragossa was written by Jan Potocki and first published in 1805.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Manuscript Found in Saragossa before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.