Movie · 1967
Is The Tale of Tsar Saltan based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Tale of Tsar Saltan is based on the book The Tale of Tsar Saltan by Alexander Pushkin (1832).
The movie was released in 1967.
The book behind The Tale of Tsar Saltan
The Tale of Tsar Saltan
by Alexander Pushkin · first published 1832 · fairy tale
Fairy tale by Alexander Pushkin.
Common questions
Is The Tale of Tsar Saltan based on a book?
Yes. The Tale of Tsar Saltan is based on the book The Tale of Tsar Saltan by Alexander Pushkin (1832).
Who wrote the book The Tale of Tsar Saltan is based on?
The Tale of Tsar Saltan was written by Alexander Pushkin and first published in 1832.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Tale of Tsar Saltan 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)
- Ruslan and Ludmila (film, 1972)
- Boris Godunov (film, 1986)