TV series · 1976 · BBC Two
Is I, Claudius based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. I, Claudius is based on the book I, Claudius by Robert Graves (1934).
The TV series premiered in 1976 on BBC Two.
The book behind I, Claudius
I, Claudius
by Robert Graves · first published 1934 · autobiography, historical fiction, fictional memoir
1934 novel by Robert Graves.
Common questions
Is I, Claudius based on a book?
Yes. I, Claudius is based on the book I, Claudius by Robert Graves (1934).
Who wrote the book I, Claudius is based on?
I, Claudius was written by Robert Graves and first published in 1934.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read I, Claudius before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the TV series.