Overview
- Netflix’s weekly charts for Nov. 3–9 show the title at No. 1 in 72 countries with 29.1 million views in its first three days on the service.
- In Germany, the documentary “Babo – Die Haftbefehl-Story” currently leads Netflix locally, even as “Frankenstein” dominates worldwide.
- Within five days, press reports cite more than 29 million views and roughly 73 million hours watched, placing the film fifth among 2025 Netflix film debuts, according to Promiflash.
- Early reception is strong, with a high Rotten Tomatoes score reported in coverage, as critics highlight del Toro’s sympathetic, creature‑focused reinterpretation.
- Reports note a roughly $120 million production budget, a limited theatrical window, and early awards speculation centered on technical categories such as cinematography, score, and visual effects.