Terry Gilliam books in order
American born-British filmmaker, comedian, and actor
- Born
- 1940
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Books
- 7
Terry Gilliam has published 2 novels, 4 non-fiction books and 1 other book, beginning with Time Bandits (1981). The best-known is Gilliamesque (2015). The latest is Gilliamesque (2015).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Terry Gilliam

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Gilliamesque
Terry Gilliam's most-read book.
Standalone novels in order

Time Bandits (1981)

The Adventures of Baron Munchausen (1989)
Non-fiction in order

Dark Knights and Holy Fools (1999)

Gilliam on Gilliam (1999)

Terry Gilliam (2004)

Gilliamesque (2015)
Other books in order

Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas (1997)
About Terry Gilliam
Terrence Vance Gilliam is an American-born British filmmaker, comedian, collage animator, and actor. In a career spanning more than five decades, he has received various accolades including the BAFTA Fellowship for lifetime achievement in 2009, as well as nominations for an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award, and a BAFTA Award.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Terry Gilliam FAQ
- How many books has Terry Gilliam written?
- Terry Gilliam has published 2 novels, 4 non-fiction books and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Terry Gilliam's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Gilliamesque.
- What is Terry Gilliam's latest book?
- Gilliamesque (2015).
- What is Terry Gilliam's most famous book?
- Gilliamesque (2015) is Terry Gilliam's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.