TV series · 2018 · Lifetime
Is You based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. You is based on the book You by Caroline Kepnes (2014).
The TV series premiered in 2018 on Lifetime.
The book behind You
Common questions
Is You based on a book?
Yes. You is based on the book You by Caroline Kepnes (2014).
Who wrote the book You is based on?
You was written by Caroline Kepnes and first published in 2014.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read You before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the TV series.