Is Dan Brown’s The Lost Symbol based on a book?

Common questions

Is Dan Brown’s The Lost Symbol based on a book?

Yes. Dan Brown’s The Lost Symbol is based on the book The Lost Symbol by Dan Brown (2009).

Who wrote the book Dan Brown’s The Lost Symbol is based on?

The Lost Symbol was written by Dan Brown and first published in 2009.

Is The Lost Symbol part of a series?

Yes, it is book 3 in the Robert Langdon series series (4 books listed below in reading order).

Should I read the book before watching?

Start with Angels & Demons, book 1 of The Lost Symbol. If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read it before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the TV series.