Movie · 1970
Is The Secret of the Iron Door based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Secret of the Iron Door is based on the book A Magician in Town by Yuri Tomin (1963).
The movie was released in 1970.
The book behind The Secret of the Iron Door
A Magician in Town
by Yuri Tomin · first published 1963 · 350 pages · short novel
Story by the Russian author Yuri Tomin.
Common questions
Is The Secret of the Iron Door based on a book?
Yes. The Secret of the Iron Door is based on the book A Magician in Town by Yuri Tomin (1963).
Who wrote the book The Secret of the Iron Door is based on?
A Magician in Town was written by Yuri Tomin and first published in 1963.
How long is the book?
A Magician in Town is about 350 pages long.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read A Magician in Town before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.