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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

Colin Clive
Colin Clive
Henry Frankenstein
Mae Clarke
Mae Clarke
Elizabeth
John Boles
John Boles
Victor Moritz
Boris Karloff
Boris Karloff
The Monster
Edward Van Sloan
Edward Van Sloan
Doctor Waldman
Frederick Kerr
Frederick Kerr
Baron Frankenstein
Dwight Frye
Dwight Frye
Fritz
Lionel Belmore
Lionel Belmore
The Burgomaster
Marilyn Harris
Marilyn Harris
Little Maria
Ted Billings
Ted Billings
Villager (uncredited)
Mae Bruce
Mae Bruce
Screaming Maid (uncredited)
Jack Curtis
Jack Curtis
Villager (uncredited)

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Frankenstein — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Frankenstein?

Frankenstein isn't on any subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not on Netflix.

Is Frankenstein on Netflix?

No, Frankenstein is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. You can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

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 isn't available free in United States; you can only rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

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).