TV series · 1981 · ITV
Is Brideshead Revisited based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Brideshead Revisited is based on the book Brideshead Revisited by Evelyn Waugh (1945).
The TV series premiered in 1981 on ITV.
The book behind Brideshead Revisited
Brideshead Revisited
by Evelyn Waugh · first published 1945 · religious fiction
Novel by Evelyn Waugh.
Other adaptations of Brideshead Revisited
- Brideshead Revisited (film, 2008)
Common questions
Is Brideshead Revisited based on a book?
Yes. Brideshead Revisited is based on the book Brideshead Revisited by Evelyn Waugh (1945).
Who wrote the book Brideshead Revisited is based on?
Brideshead Revisited was written by Evelyn Waugh and first published in 1945.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Brideshead Revisited before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the TV series.