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Del Toro Eyes Unique Take on Phantom of the Opera

10/23/2025

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Guillermo del Toro told Inverse he is interested in adapting The Phantom of the Opera and would approach the classic story differently.
He is currently focused on crime and stop-motion projects, including upcoming films Fury and Buried Giant.
Some fans hope the adaptation could redeem past adaptations.
Del Toro's Frankenstein is currently in theaters and will be available on Netflix on November 7.

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Story summary

Guillermo del Toro told Inverse he is interested in adapting The Phantom of the Opera and would approach the classic story differently.
He is currently focused on crime and stop-motion projects, including upcoming films Fury and Buried Giant.
Some fans hope the adaptation could redeem past adaptations.
Del Toro's Frankenstein is currently in theaters and will be available on Netflix on November 7.