TV series · 1976
Is The Days of the Turbins based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Days of the Turbins is based on the book The Days of the Turbins by Mikhail Bulgakov (1955).
The TV series premiered in 1976.
The book behind The Days of the Turbins
The Days of the Turbins
by Mikhail Bulgakov · first published 1955 · drama
1955 play written by Mikhail Bulgakov.
Common questions
Is The Days of the Turbins based on a book?
Yes. The Days of the Turbins is based on the book The Days of the Turbins by Mikhail Bulgakov (1955).
Who wrote the book The Days of the Turbins is based on?
The Days of the Turbins was written by Mikhail Bulgakov and first published in 1955.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Days of the Turbins before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the TV series.
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