TV series · 2017 · Starz
Is The White Princess based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The White Princess is based on the works The King's Curse by Philippa Gregory (2014) and The White Princess by Philippa Gregory (2013).
The TV series premiered in 2017 on Starz.
The book behind The White Princess
The King's Curse
by Philippa Gregory · first published 2014 · historical fiction
2014 novel by Philippa Gregory.
The White Princess
by Philippa Gregory · first published 2013 · historical fiction
Novel by Philippa Gregory.
Other adaptations of The King's Curse
- The Spanish Princess (TV, 2019)
Common questions
Is The White Princess based on a book?
Yes. The White Princess is based on the works The King's Curse by Philippa Gregory (2014) and The White Princess by Philippa Gregory (2013).
Who wrote the book The White Princess is based on?
The King's Curse was written by Philippa Gregory and first published in 2014.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The King's Curse 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 Philippa Gregory's books
- The Other Boleyn Girl (film, 2008)
- The White Queen (TV, 2013)