First Look at Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein
Netflix has unveiled the official trailer for Guillermo del Toro’s long-awaited adaptation of Frankenstein, finally giving viewers a chilling glimpse of Jacob Elordi as the iconic creature. The monster’s warning is simple: Run. And judging from the intensity of the footage, we probably should.
A Dark Reimagining of Mary Shelley’s Classic
The Oscar-winning filmmaker, celebrated for dark fantasy masterpieces like Pan’s Labyrinth and The Shape of Water, breathes new life into Mary Shelley’s legendary 1818 novel. In the film, Elordi plays the stitched-together creation of Dr. Victor Frankenstein, who demands compassion from his maker. When denied, his plea escalates into fury: if not granted love, he will embrace rage.
The trailer teases chaos—screams in the night, armed soldiers, and flames consuming a gothic castle—all hinting at the devastating spiral set in motion by the doctor’s hubris.
Star-Studded Cast Brings the Story to Life
Alongside Elordi, the film features a powerhouse lineup:
- Oscar Isaac as Dr. Victor Frankenstein
- Mia Goth as the doctor’s childhood love
- Christoph Waltz in a new role as an arms dealer
- Supporting performances from Felix Kammerer, David Bradley, Lars Mikkelsen, Christian Convery, and Charles Dance
Guillermo del Toro on Elordi’s Performance
Speaking with Entertainment Weekly, del Toro described his interpretation of the creature as “otherworldly beautiful” rather than monstrous. He explained that Victor Frankenstein is portrayed as both artist and surgeon, creating a figure that resembles a pale, delicate newborn—its scars forming something uniquely striking.
The director praised Elordi’s performance, emphasizing the raw honesty he brought to the role. According to del Toro, the actor’s interpretation transforms the monster into something both tragic and mesmerizing.
Release Date Information
Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein will open in theaters on October 17, 2025, before arriving on Netflix November 7, 2025.
