TV series · 1993 · American Broadcasting Company
Is The Tommyknockers based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Tommyknockers is based on the book The Tommyknockers by Stephen King (1987).
The TV series premiered in 1993 on American Broadcasting Company.
The book behind The Tommyknockers
The Tommyknockers
by Stephen King · first published 1987 · science fiction, horror fiction
1987 novel by Stephen King.
Common questions
Is The Tommyknockers based on a book?
Yes. The Tommyknockers is based on the book The Tommyknockers by Stephen King (1987).
Who wrote the book The Tommyknockers is based on?
The Tommyknockers was written by Stephen King and first published in 1987.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Tommyknockers 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)