Movie · 2024
Is The Summer Book based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Summer Book is based on the book The Summer Book by Tove Jansson (1972).
The movie was released in 2024.
The book behind The Summer Book
The Summer Book
by Tove Jansson · first published 1972 · young adult fiction
1972 novel by Tove Jansson.
Common questions
Is The Summer Book based on a book?
Yes. The Summer Book is based on the book The Summer Book by Tove Jansson (1972).
Who wrote the book The Summer Book is based on?
The Summer Book was written by Tove Jansson and first published in 1972.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Summer Book 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 Tove Jansson's books
- Moomin (TV, 1990)
- Moominvalley (TV, 2019)
- Christmas Comes to Moominvalley (film, 2022)
- Comet in Moominland (film, 2022)