TV series · 2018 · TNT
Is The Alienist: Angel of Darkness based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Alienist: Angel of Darkness is based on the book The Angel of Darkness by Caleb Carr (1997).
The TV series premiered in 2018 on TNT.
The book behind The Alienist: Angel of Darkness
The Angel of Darkness
by Caleb Carr · first published 1997 · crime fiction
1997 novel by Caleb Carr.
Common questions
Is The Alienist: Angel of Darkness based on a book?
Yes. The Alienist: Angel of Darkness is based on the book The Angel of Darkness by Caleb Carr (1997).
Who wrote the book The Alienist: Angel of Darkness is based on?
The Angel of Darkness was written by Caleb Carr and first published in 1997.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Angel of Darkness before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the TV series.