Movie · 1955
Is Tower of Lust based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Tower of Lust is based on the book La Tour de Nesle by Alexandre Dumas and Frédéric Gaillardet (1832).
The movie was released in 1955.
The book behind Tower of Lust
La Tour de Nesle
by Alexandre Dumas and Frédéric Gaillardet · first published 1832 · historical drama
Play by Dumas and Gaillardet.
Common questions
Is Tower of Lust based on a book?
Yes. Tower of Lust is based on the book La Tour de Nesle by Alexandre Dumas and Frédéric Gaillardet (1832).
Who wrote the book Tower of Lust is based on?
La Tour de Nesle was written by Alexandre Dumas and Frédéric Gaillardet and first published in 1832.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read La Tour de Nesle 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 Alexandre Dumas's books
- The Count of Monte Cristo (film, 2002)
- Ezel (TV, 2009)
- The Three Musketeers (film, 2011)
- The Three Musketeers (film, 1973)
- The Three Musketeers (film, 1993)
- La Reine Margot (film, 1994)