Where to start
And Then There Were None
3 versions · originally a book, 1939
Themes: Isolation, Justice, Guilt, Revenge, Psychological Suspense.
And Then There Were None has more than one version — here's where most fans start, and what each offers.
✦ Most fans start here
And Then There Were None (1939)
The original novel
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Agatha Christie · Book · 1939
The original novel, 1939.


Common questions
Is And Then There Were None based on a book?
Yes, And Then There Were None is based on the 1939 novel written by Agatha Christie. The story has been adapted for the screen multiple times, including a film version released in 1945 and a television miniseries produced in 2015.
Should I watch the 1945 movie or the 2015 TV version of And Then There Were None?
Both versions are adaptations of the 1939 novel And Then There Were None. The 1945 movie and the 2015 television series provide different visual interpretations of the original source material, allowing viewers to choose based on their preference for classic film or modern television production.
What is the original source material for the 2015 And Then There Were None series?
The 2015 television series And Then There Were None is an adaptation of the 1939 novel of the same name. It follows the narrative established in the book, which remains the foundational text for all subsequent screen adaptations of this specific mystery story.
How long has And Then There Were None been in existence?
The original book And Then There Were None was published in 1939. Since its release, the story has been adapted into various media formats, including the 1945 motion picture and the 2015 television miniseries, maintaining its status as a recognized work of mystery fiction.