TV series · 2026 · Sveriges Television
Is Summer of 1985 based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Summer of 1985 is based on the book Sommaren 1985 by John Ajvide Lindqvist (2023).
The TV series premiered in 2026 on Sveriges Television.
The book behind Summer of 1985
Common questions
Is Summer of 1985 based on a book?
Yes. Summer of 1985 is based on the book Sommaren 1985 by John Ajvide Lindqvist (2023).
Who wrote the book Summer of 1985 is based on?
Sommaren 1985 was written by John Ajvide Lindqvist and first published in 2023.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Sommaren 1985 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 John Ajvide Lindqvist's books
- Let Me In (film, 2010)
- Let the Right One In (film, 2008)
- Border (film, 2018)
- Handling the Undead (film, 2024)
- Let the Right One In (TV, 2022)