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Guillermo del Toro’s ‘Frankenstein’ Debuts on Netflix to Strong Craft Praise

Reviewers single out an emotionally centered Creature performance alongside handcrafted grandeur.

Overview

  • Frankenstein is now streaming globally on Netflix following a qualifying theatrical run that began Oct. 17 in New York and Los Angeles and expanded nationwide on Oct. 24.
  • Jacob Elordi’s portrayal of the Creature is widely noted for tenderness and agency, with reviews highlighting the character’s voice, narrative focus and distinctive prosthetic design.
  • Coverage praises the lavish production design, vivid cinematography and intricate costuming, emphasizing a tactile, gothic aesthetic.
  • Critiques flag a roughly 150‑minute runtime with a final stretch some call rushed, and a few reviews note uneven digital effects even as overall craft is celebrated.
  • Oscar Isaac leads as Victor with Mia Goth as Elizabeth, alongside Christoph Waltz, Felix Kammerer, Charles Dance and Lars Mikkelsen, as outlets describe active awards‑season positioning after the theatrical window.