Even Guillermo del Toro Can’t Get a Theatrical Release for Frankenstein: ‘The quickest way to kill the vibe’
- Guillermo del Toro’s 'Frankenstein' has wrapped filming.
- Oscar Isaac and Jacob Elordi lead in this classic adaptation.
- Release date is unknown but expected in 2025 or sooner.
Guillermo del Toro’s long-awaited Frankenstein has officially wrapped filming, and honestly, we can’t wait! This project has been in the works for a long time. With an epic cast featuring Jacob Elordi, Oscar Isaac, Mia Goth, and Christoph Waltz, it’s already a star-studded dream.
Del Toro has been hyping this up for ages, claiming that the best parts of Mary Shelley’s classic novel are yet to be filmed. Well, surprise! He’s done it. But hold up! The film’s release is still a mystery. It’s headed to Netflix, which means there won’t be a theatrical release for it.
Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein to Stream on Netflix, No Theatrical Release
Frankenstein is based on Mary Shelley’s novel that birthed a whole horror genre. In the story, a scientist named Victor Frankenstein creates a monster that isn’t like any other creature.
Victor is trying to play God, and things quickly go wrong. This time around, Oscar Isaac plays the ambitious Victor, while Jacob Elordi steps into the shoes of the misunderstood monster. With Mia Goth and Christoph Waltz rounding out the cast, it’s safe to say this flick is going to be super riveting.
Guillermo del Toro’s famous for his amazing visuals and quirky storytelling, so we can definitely expect a fresh take on this classic tale. Speaking with TimesTalks in 2017, the director said, “The best moments in my mind of Frankenstein, of the novel, are yet to be filmed.”
With his track record, it’s safe to say he’ll probably deliver something we didn’t see coming. But there’s a total buzzkill: the movie is heading straight to Netflix without any theatrical release. And fans are not happy about it. Check out some fan reactions:
Theatrical releases are a big deal; they let movies shine on the big screen where audiences can pay to see them. But here we are—del Toro, who’s directed iconic films like The Shape of Water and Sicario, can’t even manage a theatrical release for Frankenstein. It looks like all that excitement and hype just fizzled away!
Frankenstein Might Release Sometime in 2025
Now, let’s talk about the release situation. So far, we know that Frankenstein has finished filming, but there’s no specific release date. The Mexican filmmaker has kept things under wraps. According to IMDb, it could drop sometime in 2025, but knowing Netflix, they might pull a fast one on us.
The film needs some serious post-production magic, and that takes time. The 59-year-old loves crafting every detail, so we can expect a visual feast that’ll be worth the wait. He has a knack for blending horror with heart, and fans are already hyped about what’s next.
Plus, with all the buzz, expectations are high. No pressure, right? But if anyone can handle it, it’s del Toro. So, we’ll keep our eyes peeled for updates, and let’s hope it doesn’t take forever!
Frankenstein is expected to release in 2025.
