TV series · 2005 · Russia-1
Is The Master and Margarita based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Master and Margarita is based on the book The Master and Margarita by Mikhail Bulgakov (1928).
The TV series premiered in 2005 on Russia-1.
The book behind The Master and Margarita
The Master and Margarita
by Mikhail Bulgakov · first published 1928 · Fantastic Realism
Novel by Mikhail Bulgakov.
Other adaptations of The Master and Margarita
- The Master and Margarita (film, 2024)
- The Master and Margarita (film, 2006)
- Pilate and Others (film, 1972)
Common questions
Is The Master and Margarita based on a book?
Yes. The Master and Margarita is based on the book The Master and Margarita by Mikhail Bulgakov (1928).
Who wrote the book The Master and Margarita is based on?
The Master and Margarita was written by Mikhail Bulgakov and first published in 1928.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Master and Margarita 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 Mikhail Bulgakov's books
- Ivan Vasilievich: Back to the Future (film, 1973)
- Heart of a Dog (film, 1988)
- Morphine (film, 2008)
- A Young Doctor's Notebook (TV, 2012)