TV series · 1990 · TV Tokyo
Is Moomin based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Moomin is based on the book series Moomins by Tove Jansson.
The TV series premiered in 1990 on TV Tokyo.
The book series behind Moomin
Moomins
Book series by Tove Jansson · children's literature, children's novel
Illustrated children's novels series by Tove Jansson.
Moomins: books in order
- The Moomins and the Great Flood (1945)
- Comet in Moominland (1946)
- Finn Family Moomintroll (1948)
- The Exploits of Moominpappa (1950)
- Moominsummer Madness (1954)
- Moominland Midwinter (1957)
- Tales from Moominvalley (1962)
- Moominpappa at Sea (1965)
- Moominvalley in November (1971)
Other adaptations of Moomins
- Moominvalley (TV, 2019)
- Christmas Comes to Moominvalley (film, 2022)
Common questions
Is Moomin based on a book?
Yes. Moomin is based on the book series Moomins by Tove Jansson.
Who wrote the book Moomin is based on?
Moomins was written by Tove Jansson.
Should I read the book before watching?
Start with The Moomins and the Great Flood, book 1 of Moomins. 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.
More screen adaptations of Tove Jansson's books
- The Summer Book (film, 2024)
- Comet in Moominland (film, 2022)