TV series · 2025 · Netflix
Is The Eternaut based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Eternaut is based on the comic The Eternaut by Héctor Germán Oesterheld and Francisco Solano López (1957).
The TV series premiered in 2025 on Netflix.
The comic behind The Eternaut
The Eternaut
Comic by Héctor Germán Oesterheld and Francisco Solano López · first published 1957
1957–1959 Argentine comic strip.
Common questions
Is The Eternaut based on a book?
Yes. The Eternaut is based on the comic The Eternaut by Héctor Germán Oesterheld and Francisco Solano López (1957).
Who wrote the book The Eternaut is based on?
The Eternaut was written by Héctor Germán Oesterheld and Francisco Solano López and first published in 1957.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Eternaut before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the TV series.