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Frankenstein

7.519311h 10mMovieDramaHorrorScience Fiction

Henry Frankenstein pieces together body parts in the hope of bringing a human-like creature to life. The mad scientist’s dreams are shattered by his monstrous creation awakening with rage to a world that hates and fears him.

DirectorJames Whale
WritersFrancis Edward Faragoh·Garrett Fort
ProducerCarl Laemmle Jr.

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Cast · Directed by James Whale

CCColin Clive
Colin Clive
Henry Frankenstein
MCMae Clarke
Mae Clarke
Elizabeth
JBJohn Boles
John Boles
Victor Moritz
BKBoris Karloff
Boris Karloff
The Monster
ESEdward Van Sloan
Edward Van Sloan
Doctor Waldman
FKFrederick Kerr
Frederick Kerr
Baron Frankenstein
DFDwight Frye
Dwight Frye
Fritz
LBLionel Belmore
Lionel Belmore
The Burgomaster
MHMarilyn Harris
Marilyn Harris
Little Maria
TBTed Billings
Ted Billings
Villager (uncredited)
MB
Mae Bruce
Screaming Maid (uncredited)
JCJack Curtis
Jack Curtis
Villager (uncredited)

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Frankenstein — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Frankenstein?

Frankenstein is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Peacock Premium and Peacock Premium Plus in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Frankenstein on Netflix?

No, Frankenstein is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Peacock Premium.

Is Frankenstein on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Frankenstein is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of October 2026.

Where can I watch Frankenstein for free?

Frankenstein is available on Amazon Prime Video and Peacock Premium in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is there a sequel to Frankenstein?

Yes — Frankenstein is followed by Bride of Frankenstein (1935) in the Frankenstein (Universal) Collection.

Is there a prequel to Frankenstein?

Frankenstein is the first film in the Frankenstein (Universal) Collection.

Is Frankenstein part of a trilogy?

No — Frankenstein is part of the Frankenstein (Universal) Collection, which has 5 films.

How many movies are in the Frankenstein (Universal) Collection?

There are 5 films in the Frankenstein (Universal) Collection: Frankenstein (1931), Bride of Frankenstein (1935), Son of Frankenstein (1939), The Ghost of Frankenstein (1942) and House of Frankenstein (1944).