TV series · 1994 · American Broadcasting Company
Is The Stand based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Stand is based on the book The Stand by Stephen King (1978).
The TV series premiered in 1994 on American Broadcasting Company.
The book behind The Stand
The Stand
by Stephen King · first published 1978 · post-apocalyptic fiction, fantasy, horror fiction
1978 novel by Stephen King.
Other adaptations of The Stand
- The Stand (TV, 2020)
Common questions
Is The Stand based on a book?
Yes. The Stand is based on the book The Stand by Stephen King (1978).
Who wrote the book The Stand is based on?
The Stand was written by Stephen King and first published in 1978.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Stand 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)
- The Shining (film, 1980)
- It (film, 2017)
- Misery (film, 1990)
- Carrie (film, 1976)