TV series · 1997 · American Broadcasting Company
Is The Shining based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Shining is based on the book The Shining by Stephen King (1977).
The TV series premiered in 1997 on American Broadcasting Company.
The book behind The Shining
The Shining
by Stephen King · first published 1977 · 681 pages · psychological horror fiction, Gothic fiction, thriller
1977 novel by Stephen King.
Other adaptations of The Shining
- The Shining (film, 1980)
Common questions
Is The Shining based on a book?
Yes. The Shining is based on the book The Shining by Stephen King (1977).
Who wrote the book The Shining is based on?
The Shining was written by Stephen King and first published in 1977.
How long is the book?
The Shining is about 681 pages long.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Shining 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 Stephen King's books
- The Shawshank Redemption (film, 1994)
- The Green Mile (film, 1999)
- It (film, 2017)
- Misery (film, 1990)
- Carrie (film, 1976)
- It: Chapter Two (film, 2019)