Movie · 2018
Is The Stolen Princess: Ruslan and Ludmila based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Stolen Princess: Ruslan and Ludmila is based on the poem Ruslan and Ludmila by Alexander Pushkin (1820).
The movie was released in 2018.
The poem behind The Stolen Princess: Ruslan and Ludmila
Ruslan and Ludmila
Poem by Alexander Pushkin · first published 1820 · narrative poetry, Russian fairy tales
1820 poem by Alexander Pushkin.
Other adaptations of Ruslan and Ludmila
- Ruslan and Ludmila (film, 1972)
Common questions
Is The Stolen Princess: Ruslan and Ludmila based on a book?
Yes. The Stolen Princess: Ruslan and Ludmila is based on the poem Ruslan and Ludmila by Alexander Pushkin (1820).
Who wrote the book The Stolen Princess: Ruslan and Ludmila is based on?
Ruslan and Ludmila was written by Alexander Pushkin and first published in 1820.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Ruslan and Ludmila 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 Alexander Pushkin's books
- The Queen of Spades (film, 1910)
- The Queen of Spades (film, 1916)
- The Eagle (film, 1925)
- Onegin (film, 1999)
- The Tale of Tsar Saltan (film, 1967)
- Boris Godunov (film, 1986)