Movie · 2008 · NickToons
Is The Spiderwick Chronicles based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Spiderwick Chronicles is based on the book series The Spiderwick Chronicles by Holly Black and Tony DiTerlizzi (2003).
The movie was released in 2008 on NickToons.
The book series behind The Spiderwick Chronicles
The Spiderwick Chronicles
Book series by Holly Black and Tony DiTerlizzi · first published 2003 · children's fiction, fantasy
Series of children's books.
The Spiderwick Chronicles: books in order
- The Field Guide (2003)
- The Seeing Stone (2003)
- Lucinda's Secret (2003)
- The Ironwood Tree (2004)
- The Wrath of Mulgarath (2004)
Other adaptations of The Spiderwick Chronicles
- The Spiderwick Chronicles (TV, 2024)
Common questions
Is The Spiderwick Chronicles based on a book?
Yes. The Spiderwick Chronicles is based on the book series The Spiderwick Chronicles by Holly Black and Tony DiTerlizzi (2003).
Who wrote the book The Spiderwick Chronicles is based on?
The Spiderwick Chronicles was written by Holly Black and Tony DiTerlizzi and first published in 2003.
Should I read the book before watching?
Start with The Field Guide, book 1 of The Spiderwick Chronicles. If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read it 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 Holly Black's books
- WondLa (TV, 2024)