Is White Nights based on a book?

Common questions

Is White Nights based on a book?

Yes. White Nights is based on the book White Nights by Fyodor Dostoyevsky (1848).

Who wrote the book White Nights is based on?

White Nights was written by Fyodor Dostoyevsky and first published in 1848.

Should I read the book before watching?

If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read White Nights before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.