Where to start
Diary of a Wimpy Kid
2 versions · originally a book, 2007
Themes: School Life, Friendship, Family Relationships, Social Hierarchy, Growing Up.
These stories capture the universal, awkward struggle of navigating middle school through the cynical, hilarious perspective of an undersized protagonist.
✦ Most fans start here
Diary of a Wimpy Kid (2007)
The original novel
✦ Start hereDiary of a Wimpy Kid
Jeff Kinney · Book · 2007
Diary of a Wimpy Kid (2007) is the definitive source material, offering a deeper look into Greg’s internal monologue and iconic hand-drawn illustrations that define the series' unique visual humor.
2010 film
Diary of a Wimpy Kid
Thor Freudenthal · Film · 2010
The 2010 film adaptation translates the book's slapstick energy into live-action, perfectly capturing the chaotic social hierarchy of middle school hallways and the iconic legend of the moldy cheese.
Common questions
Is Diary of a Wimpy Kid a book or a movie?
Diary of a Wimpy Kid began as a book released in 2007. Following its success, a live-action movie adaptation of Diary of a Wimpy Kid was produced and released in 2010.
What order should I consume Diary of a Wimpy Kid in?
It is recommended to start with the 2007 book Diary of a Wimpy Kid to understand the source material. After reading the original book, you can watch the 2010 movie adaptation of Diary of a Wimpy Kid to see the story brought to life on screen.
Was the Diary of a Wimpy Kid movie based on the 2007 book?
Yes, the 2010 movie is a direct adaptation of the 2007 book Diary of a Wimpy Kid. The film translates the events and characters established in the original written work into a live-action cinematic format.
How long has Diary of a Wimpy Kid been around?
The original book Diary of a Wimpy Kid was first published in 2007. Since that initial release, the franchise expanded with the 2010 movie adaptation of Diary of a Wimpy Kid, maintaining its popularity for over a decade.