TV series · 2025 · Rai 1
Is Sandokan based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Sandokan is based on the book The Tigers of Mompracem by Emilio Salgari (1900).
The Tigers of Mompracem is book 1 of the Tigers of Malaysia series series.
The TV series premiered in 2025 on Rai 1.
The book behind Sandokan
The Tigers of Mompracem
by Emilio Salgari · first published 1900 · adventure fiction
Novel by Emilio Salgari.
Tigers of Malaysia series: books in order
- The Tigers of Mompracem (1900)
- The Mystery of the Black Jungle (1895)
- The Pirates of Malaysia (1896)
- The Two Tigers (1904)
- The King of the Sea (1906)
- Quest for a Throne (1907)
- Sandokan to the Rescue (1907)
- Return to Mompracem (1908)
- The Brahman (1911)
- An Empire Crumbles (1911)
- Yanez’ Revenge (1913)
Common questions
Is Sandokan based on a book?
Yes. Sandokan is based on the book The Tigers of Mompracem by Emilio Salgari (1900).
Who wrote the book Sandokan is based on?
The Tigers of Mompracem was written by Emilio Salgari and first published in 1900.
Is The Tigers of Mompracem part of a series?
Yes, it is book 1 in the Tigers of Malaysia series series.
Should I read the book before watching?
Start with The Tigers of Mompracem, book 1 of The Tigers of Mompracem. 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 Emilio Salgari's books
- Cabiria (film, 1914)