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Frankenstein (1931)

The man who made a monster.

  • Drama
  • Horror
  • Science Fiction

Obsessed scientist Dr. Henry Frankenstein attempts to create life by assembling a creature from deceased body parts. Aided by his loyal misshapen assistant, Fritz, Frankenstein succeeds in animating his monster, but it flees into the countryside and begins to wreak havoc.

Rating
7.5 / 10 (1,879 votes)
Release date
November 21, 1931
Runtime
1h 10m
Language
English
Director
James Whale
Status
Released
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Top cast

  • Colin CliveHenry Frankenstein
  • Mae ClarkeElizabeth
  • John BolesVictor Moritz
  • Boris KarloffThe Monster
  • Edward Van SloanDoctor Waldman
  • Frederick KerrBaron Frankenstein
  • Dwight FryeFritz
  • Lionel BelmoreThe Burgomaster
  • Marilyn HarrisLittle Maria
  • Ted BillingsVillager (uncredited)
  • Mae BruceScreaming Maid (uncredited)
  • Jack CurtisVillager (uncredited)

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