TV series · 2023 · Apple TV
Is The Buccaneers based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Buccaneers is based on the book The Buccaneers by Edith Wharton (1938).
The TV series premiered in 2023 on Apple TV.
The book behind The Buccaneers
Common questions
Is The Buccaneers based on a book?
Yes. The Buccaneers is based on the book The Buccaneers by Edith Wharton (1938).
Who wrote the book The Buccaneers is based on?
The Buccaneers was written by Edith Wharton and first published in 1938.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Buccaneers 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 Edith Wharton's books
- The Age of Innocence (film, 1993)
- The House of Mirth (film, 2000)