TV series · 1988 · TV Tokyo
Is Wowser based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Wowser is based on the comic Cubitus by Dupa and Michel Rodrigue (1968).
The TV series premiered in 1988 on TV Tokyo.
The comic behind Wowser
Cubitus
Comic by Dupa and Michel Rodrigue · first published 1968
Common questions
Is Wowser based on a book?
Yes. Wowser is based on the comic Cubitus by Dupa and Michel Rodrigue (1968).
Who wrote the book Wowser is based on?
Cubitus was written by Dupa and Michel Rodrigue and first published in 1968.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Cubitus before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the TV series.