Is The Strain based on a book?

Common questions

Is The Strain based on a book?

Yes. The Strain is based on the book The Strain by Guillermo del Toro and Chuck Hogan (2009).

Who wrote the book The Strain is based on?

The Strain was written by Guillermo del Toro and Chuck Hogan and first published in 2009.

Is The Strain part of a series?

Yes, it is book 1 in The Strain Trilogy series.

Should I read the book before watching?

Start with The Strain, book 1 of The Strain. If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read it before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the TV series.