Movie · 2008
Is The Wave based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Wave is based on the book The Wave by Todd Strasser (1981).
The movie was released in 2008.
The book behind The Wave
The Wave
by Todd Strasser · first published 1981 · novelization, young adult fiction
Novel by Todd Strasser.
Other adaptations of The Wave
- We Are the Wave (TV, 2019)
Common questions
Is The Wave based on a book?
Yes. The Wave is based on the book The Wave by Todd Strasser (1981).
Who wrote the book The Wave is based on?
The Wave was written by Todd Strasser and first published in 1981.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Wave before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.