TV series · 1973
Is World on a Wire based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. World on a Wire is based on the book Simulacron-3 by Daniel F. Galouye (1964).
Simulacron-3 is part of the Bantam Books series.
The TV series premiered in 1973.
The book behind World on a Wire
Simulacron-3
by Daniel F. Galouye · first published 1964 · science fiction
Novel by Daniel F. Galouye.
Bantam Books: books by publication date
- Simulacron-3 (1964)
- A Scourge of Screamers (1968)
- The Infinite Man (1973)
Other adaptations of Simulacron-3
- The Thirteenth Floor (film, 1999)
Common questions
Is World on a Wire based on a book?
Yes. World on a Wire is based on the book Simulacron-3 by Daniel F. Galouye (1964).
Who wrote the book World on a Wire is based on?
Simulacron-3 was written by Daniel F. Galouye and first published in 1964.
Is Simulacron-3 part of a series?
Yes, it is part of the Bantam Books series.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Simulacron-3 before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the TV series.