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Guillermo del Toro’s ‘Frankenstein’ Debuts on Netflix Worldwide

Del Toro reframes Mary Shelley’s story with a compassionate focus on the Creature.

Overview

  • The film is now streaming globally on Netflix as of Nov. 7 following an awards-qualifying theatrical run that began Oct. 17 and widened Oct. 24.
  • Oscar Isaac stars as Victor Frankenstein and Jacob Elordi portrays the Creature, joined by Mia Goth, Christoph Waltz, Charles Dance and Lars Mikkelsen.
  • Coverage describes a deeply personal interpretation that centers empathy and themes of pain, regret and forgiveness over scientific spectacle.
  • Reviews highlight Elordi’s tender performance, striking prosthetic makeup and lavish Gothic–steampunk design, with some criticism of the 150-minute runtime and pacing.
  • Launch promotions include a London showcase of costumes, production design and prosthetics, presented through Nov. 9 as part of the film’s craft-focused rollout.