Where to start
Cyrano de Bergerac
6 versions · originally a film, 1990
The enduring story of a gifted wordsmith who overcomes deep-seated insecurity to woo his beloved through a proxy.
✦ Most fans start here
Cyrano, My Love (2018)
The original movie
Cyrano de Bergerac
Jean-Paul Rappeneau · Film · 1990
Cyrano de Bergerac (1990) serves as the definitive cinematic realization of Rostand’s classic, offering a lush, period-accurate spectacle that honors the original play's poetic spirit and tragic romantic heart.
1987 film
Roxanne
Film · 1987
Roxanne (1987) transforms the classic tale into a charming, lighthearted 1980s romantic comedy, perfect for viewers who prefer a modern, small-town setting over the high-stakes drama of the original French play.
1996 film
The Truth About Cats & Dogs
Film · 1996
The Truth About Cats & Dogs (1996) offers a loose, contemporary reinvention of the premise, focusing on radio culture and body image for audiences seeking a grounded, modern-day romantic comedy.
2012 film
Let It Shine
Paul Hoen · Film · 2012
Let It Shine (2012) reimagines the narrative for a younger audience, blending the core themes of unrequited love and hidden talent into a vibrant, music-driven story about teenage friendship and ambition.
2016 book
Cyrano De Bergerac
Edmond Rostand · Book · 2016
Cyrano De Bergerac (2016) provides the essential literary foundation for the entire franchise, allowing readers to experience the nuance and linguistic beauty of the original play in its pure, translated form.
2018 film
✦ Start hereCyrano, My Love
Alexis Michalik · Film · 2018
Cyrano, My Love (2018) offers a fascinating, high-acclaim meta-narrative that explores the chaotic, desperate creative process of playwright Edmond Rostand as he struggles to bring his masterpiece to the stage.
Common questions
Is Roxanne based on the same story as the 1990 Cyrano de Bergerac movie?
Yes, the 1987 film Roxanne is a modern adaptation of the play Cyrano de Bergerac. It utilizes the same core premise of a man with a large nose who helps another man woo the woman he loves, just like the 1990 movie.
What order should I watch Cyrano de Bergerac adaptations in?
There is no official viewing order for these adaptations. You can start with the 1990 Cyrano de Bergerac movie to see the classic portrayal, then explore modern takes like the 1987 film Roxanne or the 2012 musical Let It Shine to see how the story is reimagined.
Is the 2018 film Cyrano, My Love about the making of Cyrano de Bergerac?
Yes, Cyrano, My Love provides a dramatized account of the playwright Edmond Rostand as he struggles to write the play Cyrano de Bergerac. It serves as a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process that resulted in the original source material for the 1990 film.
How does The Truth About Cats & Dogs relate to Cyrano de Bergerac?
The Truth About Cats & Dogs is considered a loose, contemporary adaptation of the Cyrano de Bergerac story. It features a protagonist who lacks confidence in her physical appearance and uses a proxy to communicate her true feelings to a romantic interest, mirroring the central theme of the original work.