The Three Musketeers

What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedThe Three Musketeers

Richard Lester · Film · 1973

If you loved The Three Musketeers, start with D'Artagnan and Three Musketeers (Georgi Yungvald-Khilkevich, 1979) — a series from the same story. Below: 4 books, 1 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to The Three Musketeers across media.

If the swashbuckling camaraderie of The Three Musketeers hooked you, you will appreciate these stories defined by deep bonds, high-stakes loyalty, and historical adventure.

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D'Artagnan and Three Musketeers

Adaptation

D'Artagnan and Three Musketeers

Georgi Yungvald-Khilkevich · Series · 1979

The Three Musketeers

Adaptation

The Three Musketeers

Alexandre Dumas · Book · 1998

Mickey, Donald, Goofy: The Three Musketeers

Adaptation

Mickey, Donald, Goofy: The Three Musketeers

Film · 2004

Books on the same thread

The Count of Monte Cristo

The Count of Monte Cristo

Alexandre Dumas · Book · 1993

Explores: Betrayal, Imprisonment, Revenge.

Sharing the same author as The Three Musketeers, this tale of betrayal and calculated revenge captures that same sense of grand historical scope and high-stakes personal justice.

The Canterbury Tales

The Canterbury Tales

Geoffrey Chaucer · Book · 1977

Explores: Pilgrimage, Social Commentary, Satire.

Just as the camaraderie of The Three Musketeers relies on the interplay of distinct personalities, this classic collection uses a frame story to highlight diverse voices on a shared journey.

Captain Alatriste

Captain Alatriste

Arturo Pérez-Reverte · Book · 2005

Shares a thread with The Three Musketeers: Honor.

For readers who enjoyed the swordplay and political intrigue of The Three Musketeers, this gritty tale of a swordsman-for-hire offers a similarly dangerous and immersive seventeenth-century world.

Les Misérables

Les Misérables

Victor Hugo · Book · 1987

Explores: Redemption, Social injustice, Poverty.

Fans of the French historical setting in The Three Musketeers will recognize the same epic scale and focus on social justice that drives the enduring legacy of this classic.

Series on the same thread

The Musketeers

The Musketeers

Adrian Hodges · Series · 2014

Shares 2 threads with The Three Musketeers: Honor, Loyalty.

If the core friendship of The Three Musketeers was your favorite element, this series delivers the same focus on honor and loyalty among an elite band of brothers.

Podcasts on the same thread

The Adventure Zone

The Adventure Zone

The McElroys · Podcast · 2026

Explores: improvised storytelling, group dynamics, high fantasy satire.

The dynamic group chemistry found in The Three Musketeers finds a modern, comedic successor here as this family of adventurers navigates high-stakes quests and unpredictable, improvised group storytelling.

The Archers

The Archers

Podcast

Explores: family life, community, farming.

While the setting differs from The Three Musketeers, the commitment to long-form, character-driven storytelling provides a similar sense of immersion into a deeply interconnected and evolving social world.

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Common questions

Is The Three Musketeers from 1973 the only adaptation I can watch?

No, there are several other versions available for fans of The Three Musketeers. You can explore the 1979 television series D'Artagnan and Three Musketeers, the 1998 book version, or the 2004 animated feature Mickey, Donald, Goofy: The Three Musketeers.

What is the plot of The Three Musketeers?

The Three Musketeers follows young D'Artagnan as he travels to 17th century France to join the King's Musketeers. He befriends Athos, Porthos, and Aramis, and the group becomes involved in political intrigue involving King Louis XIII and Cardinal Richelieu.

Should I read the book if I enjoyed The Three Musketeers film?

Yes, reading the 1998 book version of The Three Musketeers provides another way to experience the story of D'Artagnan and his companions. It offers a different medium to explore the same political conflicts and adventures involving the musketeers and Cardinal Richelieu.

Are there family-friendly versions of The Three Musketeers?

Yes, audiences looking for a lighter take on the story can watch the 2004 film Mickey, Donald, Goofy: The Three Musketeers. This adaptation reimagines the classic tale of D'Artagnan and his friends in a format suitable for a younger audience.

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