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Del Toro's Frankenstein: A Gothic Father-Son Tale Unveiled

10/9/2025

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Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein arrives in theaters on October 17, 2025, with Netflix streaming starting November 7.
Oscar Isaac stars as Dr. Victor Frankenstein and Jacob Elordi as The Monster, focusing on their father-son dynamic.
The production uses extensive makeup and prosthetics to enhance the Creature; audiences praise the gothic aesthetic, while critics remain divided on the film's ambitious themes.

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Story summary

Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein arrives in theaters on October 17, 2025, with Netflix streaming starting November 7.
Oscar Isaac stars as Dr. Victor Frankenstein and Jacob Elordi as The Monster, focusing on their father-son dynamic.
The production uses extensive makeup and prosthetics to enhance the Creature; audiences praise the gothic aesthetic, while critics remain divided on the film's ambitious themes.