Where to start withLove Story
3 versions · originally a book, 1970
Themes: Forbidden Love, Class Differences, Terminal Illness, Sacrifice, Loss.
Start with Love Story (Erich Segal, 1970) — the book. Love Story exists in 3 versions across media, beginning as a book in 1970; each is ranked below by what it does best.
Love Story explores the volatile, class-defying romance between two Harvard students whose profound connection faces an inevitable and tragic conclusion.
✦ Most fans start here
Love Story (1970)
The original novel
✦ Start hereLove Story
Erich Segal · Book · 1970
Love Story (1970) is the definitive literary source, offering an intimate look at the internal lives and sharp dialogue of Oliver and Jenny as their distinct worlds collide at Harvard.
1970 film
Love Story
Arthur Hiller · Film · 1970
Love Story (1970) brings the iconic visual chemistry of the couple to the screen, focusing on the cinematic intensity of their romance and the emotional stakes of their opposing backgrounds.
2026 series
Love Story
Connor Hines · Series · 2026
Love Story (2026) reimagines the central themes of the original work within a broader anthology format, framing the classic narrative as part of a sweeping collection of global love stories.
Common questions
Is the 1970 Love Story movie based on the book?
Yes, the 1970 movie titled Love Story is an adaptation of the 1970 book Love Story. The film follows the same narrative established in the original novel published in the same year.
What is the release order for the Love Story adaptations?
The original book Love Story was released in 1970, followed by the movie version of Love Story later in 1970. The most recent adaptation is the television series Love Story, which is scheduled for release in 2026.
Should I read the 1970 Love Story book before watching the adaptations?
Reading the 1970 book Love Story first allows you to experience the original source material. You can then compare the narrative to the 1970 movie adaptation and the upcoming 2026 television series titled Love Story.
Is there a new Love Story television series coming out?
Yes, a television series titled Love Story is scheduled for release in 2026. This project joins the 1970 book Love Story and the 1970 movie Love Story as part of the official adaptations of the title.