Guillermo del Toro’s Legendary Horror ‘Frankenstein’ To Hit Netflix Soon as Movie Wraps Filming

Published 09/30/2024, 9:16 PM EDT

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With the spooky season set to kick-in, many flicks are getting ready to set in the mood. And Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein is one of them. Starring the Euphoria heartthrob Jacob Elordi who recently breached headlines following his highly anticipated Wuthering Heights adaptation announcement, audiences eagerly await the film's release as the star is set to breathe new life into the monster's tale. With the latest updates coming in, it seems like del Toro’s legendary classic has found just the right home to land on fans’ screens after its fall release. 

With an all-star cast, del Toro's latest update promises an upcoming haunting masterpiece, with streaming platforms fans served just right. 

Guillermo del Toro announces Frankenstein's filming wrap

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Taking to his X handle, Oscar-winning filmmaker Guillermo del Toro announced the completion of filming for his highly anticipated science fiction horror film, Frankenstein. Shooting had begun earlier this year in February. Sharing his excitement, in wrapping up the age-old classic, del Toro stated, "Shooting has been completed on 'F' - Joy!!!" on his handle. The update, nonetheless, sparked eagerness among fans and followers, awaiting the film's release.

The film boasts an impressive cast, including Jacob Elordi, Oscar Isaac, Mia Goth, and Christoph Waltz. Moreover, Frankenstein is set to premiere on Netflix, with a release date expected soon. Hence, as the countdown begins for Halloween, fans can prepare how to spend their spooky shenanigans with del Toro's adaptation to cater to them. With the impressive line of cast, Frankenstein promises a fresh take on Mary Shelley's classic novel, blending horror and science fiction in unison. 

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While Frankenstein might grace the screens soon, that is not the only horror flick coming to appease fans’ appetite this Halloween season.

What more is coming up for horror fans this year?

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This Halloween season, horror fans have plenty to look forward to. Despite no release date on the horizon yet, The Dreadful starring Sophie Turner opposite Kit Harington, her Game of Thrones co-star, is set to thrill audiences in a big-screen horror film. Although The Dreadful will not be streaming on Netflix, its theatrical release is highly anticipated. Moreover, given Turner's versatility, The Dreadful seems to be a must-watch in case it lands this horror season.

Adding to the list are a slew of terrifying releases that have already or are awaiting to treat the fans. Coralie Fargeat's recently released, The Substance delivered satirical body horror, while Bagman and Oddity unleashed supernatural entities with a similarly themed movie, Smile 2 slated for mid-October release. Just in time, Terrifier 3, is also to be released nationwide across North America, ensuring a thrilling ride through September and Halloween.

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What are your thoughts on Guillermo del Toro's latest update on the horror classic? Let us know in the comments below. 

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Shraddha Das is a Content Lead and the Sub Group Head at Netflix Junkie. Captivated by the power of storytelling and the written word at a young age, which led her to pursue a career in journalism at the Esteemed KIIT School of Journalism and Mass Communication, in Orissa. She has over 1500 articles to her name.

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