TV series · 2011 · Starz
Is Camelot based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Camelot is based on the book Le Morte d'Arthur by Thomas Malory (1485).
The TV series premiered in 2011 on Starz.
The book behind Camelot
Le Morte d'Arthur
by Thomas Malory · first published 1485 · chivalric romance
1485 reworking of existing tales about King Arthur by Sir Thomas Malory.
Other adaptations of Le Morte d'Arthur
- Excalibur (film, 1981)
- Knights of the Round Table (film, 1953)
Common questions
Is Camelot based on a book?
Yes. Camelot is based on the book Le Morte d'Arthur by Thomas Malory (1485).
Who wrote the book Camelot is based on?
Le Morte d'Arthur was written by Thomas Malory and first published in 1485.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Le Morte d'Arthur before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the TV series.