‘Terrifying’ Netflix horror movie based on iconic novel gets release date with unexpected twist
Guillermo del Toro's much-anticipated adaptation of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein has an unexpected twist for Netflix viewers
Netflix's highly anticipated new release for 2025 has just thrown a curveball in its premiere on the streaming platform.
The latest rendition of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, helmed by renowned director Guillermo del Toro, was previously confirmed to be launching on Netflix on Friday, 7th November.
Featuring Jacob Elordi as the legendary monster, the Oscar-winning filmmaker has gathered an A-list cast that includes Oscar Isaac portraying Victor Frankenstein, the scientist who breathes life into his creation.
The star-studded line-up also includes Mia Goth as Frankenstein's betrothed Elizabeth Lavenza, alongside Christoph Waltz, Felix Kammerer, Lauren Collins, Lars Mikkelsen, David Bradley, Charles Dance and Ralph Ineson.
In a thrilling twist, horror enthusiasts have now been offered the chance to see the film ahead of schedule - here's how, reports the Mirror.
Netflix has confirmed the film will now hit select cinemas on Friday, 17th October.
This means horror buffs can enjoy the chilling classic just in time for Halloween.
For those holding out for the film's streaming debut, they'll have to wait until after the spooky season has concluded.
Alongside the announcement, Netflix has also unveiled some captivating new posters for del Toro's latest masterpiece.
The key artwork showcases Isaac and Elordi as scientist and monster from behind.
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Frankenstein is depicted in his deserted laboratory, complete with eerie green pylons and a foreboding pit in the floor.
His creation, meanwhile, is seen clad in rags and furs, standing in a desolate, frozen landscape with an old-fashioned galleon visible in the distance.
The film's synopsis states: "A brilliant but egotistical scientist brings a creature to life in a monstrous experiment that ultimately leads to the undoing of both the creator and his tragic creation."
Del Toro, who has previously named Frankenstein as his favourite book, spoke about adapting the story, saying: "The most important figure from English legacy is, incredibly, for me, a teenager by the name of Mary Shelley, and she has remained a figure as important in my life as if she were family.
"And so many times when I want to give up, when I think about giving up, when people tell me that dreaming of the movies and the stories I dream are impossible, I think of her."
Frankenstein will be released in select cinemas on 17th October and Netflix on 7th November.