One of the most recognizable comedy duos of the 1990s is officially stepping into the world of monsters. Kenan Thompson and Kel Mitchell are reuniting for a new horror-comedy feature titled Kenan & Kel Meet Frankenstein, marking their first genre crossover together and tapping directly into nostalgia-driven horror storytelling.
The project was confirmed this week following Thompson’s appearance on Good Sports With Kevin Hart & Kenan Thompson, where the longtime collaborators revealed they are developing a monster movie inspired by the classic horror-comedy formula of Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein. The new film reimagines that concept for modern audiences, blending broad comedy with iconic monster mythology.
In Kenan & Kel Meet Frankenstein, Thompson and Mitchell will star as two delivery drivers whose routine job takes a bizarre turn when they accidentally stumble into the domain of Frankenstein’s monster. True to the duo’s legacy, the story is expected to lean heavily on physical comedy, fast-paced banter, and escalating chaos as the pair attempt to survive a supernatural encounter they are wildly unprepared for.
Both actors are set to star in and produce the film, continuing their recent on-screen reunion following Good Burger 2. While additional casting details and a director have not yet been announced, production is currently targeting a summer 2026 shoot, suggesting the project is moving quickly through development.
The announcement reflects a growing trend within the horror genre toward nostalgia-infused hybrid films, combining familiar characters or performers with classic monster concepts. By pairing Kenan & Kel’s well-established comedic chemistry with one of horror’s most enduring icons, the film aims to appeal to both longtime fans of the duo and audiences looking for lighter, crowd-pleasing genre fare.
While a release date has not yet been set, Kenan & Kel Meet Frankenstein is already generating buzz as a unique addition to the expanding 2026 horror slate, one that embraces fun, absurdity, and classic monster energy without abandoning its roots in horror tradition.
