Is The Trap based on a book?

Common questions

Is The Trap based on a book?

Yes. Netflix's German limited series The Trap is based on Melanie Raabe's bestselling novel (Die Falle, 2015). All six episodes premiered on Netflix on October 13, 2026. Isabel Kleefeld wrote and directed it, with Friederike Becht as the author Lisa Konrad, who tries to trap her sister's killer.

Who wrote the book The Trap is based on?

The Trap is based on The Trap by Melanie Raabe, first published in 2015.

When did The Trap come out?

The Trap premiered on Tuesday, October 13, 2026 on Netflix.

Should I read the book before watching The Trap?

If you like knowing the full story first, read The Trap before you watch. Adaptations often change or condense the plot, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the show.