TV series · 1973 · Soviet Central Television
Is Seventeen Moments of Spring based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Seventeen Moments of Spring is based on the book Seventeen Moments of Spring by Yulian Semyonov (1970).
The TV series premiered in 1973 on Soviet Central Television.
The book behind Seventeen Moments of Spring
Seventeen Moments of Spring
by Yulian Semyonov · first published 1970 · war novel, spy fiction
Novel by Yulian Semyonov.
Common questions
Is Seventeen Moments of Spring based on a book?
Yes. Seventeen Moments of Spring is based on the book Seventeen Moments of Spring by Yulian Semyonov (1970).
Who wrote the book Seventeen Moments of Spring is based on?
Seventeen Moments of Spring was written by Yulian Semyonov and first published in 1970.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Seventeen Moments of Spring 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 Yulian Semyonov's books
- Petrovka, 38 (film, 1980)
- Confrontation (TV, 2024)