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Frankenstein

7.519311h 10mMovieDramaHorrorScience Fiction

Obsessed scientist Dr. Henry Frankenstein attempts to create life by assembling a creature from deceased body parts. Aided by his loyal misshapen assistant, Fritz, Frankenstein succeeds in animating his monster, but it flees into the countryside and begins to wreak havoc.

DirectorJames Whale
WritersGarrett Fort·Francis Edward Faragoh
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 Fawesome 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 November 2026. It's currently on Fawesome.

Is Frankenstein on Amazon Prime Video?

Frankenstein isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Frankenstein for free?

Frankenstein is available to stream free (with ads) on Fawesome in United States.

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).