Movie · 2010
Is The Twilight Saga: Eclipse based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Twilight Saga: Eclipse is based on the book Eclipse by Stephenie Meyer (2007).
Eclipse is book 3 of the Twilight series.
The movie was released in 2010.
The book behind The Twilight Saga: Eclipse
Eclipse
by Stephenie Meyer · first published 2007 · vampire fiction, young adult fiction, romantic fiction
Third novel in the Twilight Saga by Stephenie Meyer.
Twilight: books in order
- Twilight (2005)
- New Moon (2006)
- Eclipse (2007)
- Breaking Dawn (2008)
Common questions
Is The Twilight Saga: Eclipse based on a book?
Yes. The Twilight Saga: Eclipse is based on the book Eclipse by Stephenie Meyer (2007).
Who wrote the book The Twilight Saga: Eclipse is based on?
Eclipse was written by Stephenie Meyer and first published in 2007.
Is Eclipse part of a series?
Yes, it is book 3 in the Twilight series (4 books listed below in reading order).
Should I read the book before watching?
Start with Twilight, book 1 of Eclipse. 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 Stephenie Meyer's books
- Twilight (film, 2008)
- The Twilight Saga: New Moon (film, 2009)
- The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1 (film, 2011)
- The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 2 (film, 2012)
- The Host (film, 2013)