TV series · 1990
Is My Daddy Long Legs based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. My Daddy Long Legs is based on the book Daddy-Long-Legs by Jean Webster (1912).
The TV series premiered in 1990.
The book behind My Daddy Long Legs
Daddy-Long-Legs
by Jean Webster · first published 1912 · epistolary novel, young adult fiction
Other adaptations of Daddy-Long-Legs
- Daddy-Long-Legs (film, 1919)
- Daddy Long Legs (film, 1955)
- Sukkar (film, 2023)
Common questions
Is My Daddy Long Legs based on a book?
Yes. My Daddy Long Legs is based on the book Daddy-Long-Legs by Jean Webster (1912).
Who wrote the book My Daddy Long Legs is based on?
Daddy-Long-Legs was written by Jean Webster and first published in 1912.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Daddy-Long-Legs before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the TV series.