TV series · 2020 · Netflix
Is The Queen's Gambit based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Queen's Gambit is based on the book The Queen's Gambit by Walter Tevis (1983).
The TV series premiered in 2020 on Netflix.
The book behind The Queen's Gambit
The Queen's Gambit
by Walter Tevis · first published 1983 · psychological thriller, thriller novel
1983 book by Walter Tevis.
Common questions
Is The Queen's Gambit based on a book?
Yes. The Queen's Gambit is based on the book The Queen's Gambit by Walter Tevis (1983).
Who wrote the book The Queen's Gambit is based on?
The Queen's Gambit was written by Walter Tevis and first published in 1983.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Queen's Gambit 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 Walter Tevis's books
- The Color of Money (film, 1986)
- The Hustler (film, 1961)
- The Man Who Fell to Earth (film, 1976)
- The Man Who Fell to Earth (TV, 2022)