TV series · 2008 · ITV
Is Lost in Austen based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Lost in Austen is based on the book Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen (1813).
The TV series premiered in 2008 on ITV.
The book behind Lost in Austen
Pride and Prejudice
by Jane Austen · first published 1813 · novel of manners, satirical fiction, psychological fiction
1813 novel by Jane Austen.
Other adaptations of Pride and Prejudice
- Pride & Prejudice (film, 2005)
- Pride and Prejudice (film, 1940)
- Pride and Prejudice (TV, 1995)
- Bride and Prejudice (film, 2004)
- Pride and Prejudice (TV, 1980)
- Fire Island (film, 2022)
Common questions
Is Lost in Austen based on a book?
Yes. Lost in Austen is based on the book Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen (1813).
Who wrote the book Lost in Austen is based on?
Pride and Prejudice was written by Jane Austen and first published in 1813.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Pride and Prejudice before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the TV series.
More screen adaptations of Jane Austen's books
- Sense and Sensibility (film, 1995)
- Clueless (film, 1995)
- Emma (film, 2020)
- Emma (film, 1996)
- Persuasion (film, 1995)
- Persuasion (film, 2022)