A long-awaited reanimation is almost here. Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein, one of the most anticipated horror releases of 2025, is set to arrive on Netflix this Friday, November 7, bringing new life to Mary Shelley’s timeless tale of creation, obsession, and tragedy.
According to Good Housekeeping, the gothic adaptation follows Victor Frankenstein, played by Oscar Isaac, as his unrelenting scientific pursuit leads him to create a being beyond human limits, portrayed by Jacob Elordi. The film also stars Mia Goth, further cementing del Toro’s reputation for blending haunting emotion with nightmarish beauty.
The movie’s theatrical debut earlier this fall received strong praise for its lush visual design and deeply emotional tone. Early viewers describe it as “a symphony of sorrow and wonder,” a balance only del Toro could achieve. Now, with its streaming release on Netflix, Frankenstein will reach a global audience just in time for the lingering Halloween season, a fitting backdrop for one of literature’s most enduring monsters.
Del Toro, known for Pan’s Labyrinth and The Shape of Water, has long expressed his fascination with Shelley’s story, calling it “the ultimate reflection of human loneliness and ambition.” His take on Frankenstein reportedly combines practical effects with state-of-the-art digital artistry, creating a visually stunning yet deeply intimate horror film that blurs the line between beauty and terror.
The decision to release Frankenstein on Netflix so soon after its limited theatrical run highlights the evolving landscape of horror distribution. Streaming has become a sanctuary for dark, introspective genre films that thrive on atmosphere and discussion rather than jump-scares alone.
As audiences prepare for its release, one question lingers, will del Toro’s version make us fear the monster or the man who made him?
Frankenstein streams exclusively on Netflix starting November 7, 2025.
