TV series · 1980 · NBC
Is The Martian Chronicles based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Martian Chronicles is based on the book The Martian Chronicles by Ray Bradbury (1950).
The TV series premiered in 1980 on NBC.
The book behind The Martian Chronicles
Common questions
Is The Martian Chronicles based on a book?
Yes. The Martian Chronicles is based on the book The Martian Chronicles by Ray Bradbury (1950).
Who wrote the book The Martian Chronicles is based on?
The Martian Chronicles was written by Ray Bradbury and first published in 1950.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Martian Chronicles 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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- The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms (film, 1953)
- A Sound of Thunder (film, 2005)
- Fahrenheit 451 (film, 2018)
- The Whispers (TV, 2015)
- Something Wicked This Way Comes (film, 1983)