Where to start
From the Earth to the Moon
3 versions · originally a book, 1967
These works explore the audacious human ambition to traverse the vast celestial void through daring, scientifically-minded lunar expeditions.
✦ Most fans start here
From the Earth to the Moon (1967)
The original novel
✦ Start hereFrom the Earth to the Moon
Jules Verne · Book · 1967
From the Earth to the Moon (1967) serves as the foundational text, offering a detailed, imaginative exploration of the logistical challenges and scientific theories behind humanity's first theoretical moonshot.
1902 film
A Trip to the Moon
Georges Méliès · Film · 1902
A Trip to the Moon (1902) is a pioneering silent film that translates the core concept into a surreal, visual spectacle, perfect for viewers interested in early cinematic history and fantasy.
1998 series
From the Earth to the Moon
Tom Hanks · Series · 1998
From the Earth to the Moon (1998) provides a comprehensive, documentary-style dramatization of the real-world Apollo program, ideal for those seeking a factual, grounded look at actual lunar exploration history.
Common questions
Is the 1998 TV series From the Earth to the Moon based on the 1967 book?
The 1998 TV series From the Earth to the Moon is not a direct adaptation of the 1967 book. While they share a title and a focus on lunar exploration, the series serves as a dramatized historical account of the Apollo space program rather than a retelling of the novel.
How does the 1902 movie A Trip to the Moon relate to From the Earth to the Moon?
A Trip to the Moon is a 1902 film that draws significant inspiration from the concepts presented in the literary works surrounding From the Earth to the Moon. It represents one of the earliest cinematic interpretations of space travel themes established in early science fiction literature.
Should I read the 1967 book From the Earth to the Moon before watching the other adaptations?
Reading the 1967 book From the Earth to the Moon provides the foundational narrative context for the themes of lunar travel. While the 1998 TV series and the 1902 film are distinct projects, the book offers the original vision of the journey that influenced these later creative works.
What is the primary difference between the 1998 TV series From the Earth to the Moon and the 1967 book?
The 1967 book From the Earth to the Moon is a work of science fiction literature, whereas the 1998 TV series From the Earth to the Moon is a historical drama. The series focuses on the factual history of the Apollo missions rather than the fictional plot of the novel.