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Bride of Frankenstein

1935·Movie
1h 15min·NR
88
ExcellentGoodWatch score
IMDb7.8Metacritic957.9Rotten Tomatoes98%88%
IMDb7.8Metacritic957.9Rotten Tomatoes98%88%

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Immersive world, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension6
  • Scare5
  • Spectacle5

Heart

Deeply moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos9
  • Melancholy8
  • Family Dynamics7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Physical Comedy3
  • Dark Humor3

World

History, family, and the mind

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Novelty8

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and dialogue

  • Direction9
  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality8

Style

Standout visual style, cinematography, and score

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Visual Stylization9
  • Cinematography8
  • Music Composition8

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensThought-Provoking

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More fearful than the monster himself!

Dr. Frankenstein and his monster both turn out to be alive after being attacked by an angry mob. The now-chastened scientist attempts to escape his past, but a former mentor forces him to assist with the creation of a new creature.
Classic HorrorGothic Sci-FiMonster MelodramaTragic RomanceIconic ImageryExploration of LonelinessCult ClassicEarly Sci-Fi ThemesDarkly Humorous

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Directed by:
James Whale, Fred Frank, Joseph A. McDonough
Written by:
Robert Florey, Mary Shelley, John L. Balderston
Produced by:
Carl Laemmle Jr.
Composed by:
Franz Waxman, William Hedgcock, Gilbert Kurland

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Questions about Bride of Frankenstein

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Where can I stream Bride of Frankenstein legally?

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Bride of Frankenstein is included with a subscription to Peacock and Peacock Premium+ in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Bride of Frankenstein worth watching?

88
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 88/100 (IMDb 7.8, Rotten Tomatoes 98%, and Metacritic 95). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Bride of Frankenstein rated?

NRDisturbing imagery

It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: disturbing imagery.

How long is Bride of Frankenstein?

1 h 15 min

Bride of Frankenstein runs 1 h 15 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Bride of Frankenstein?

Critics97
Audiences82

Not quite. Critics rate Bride of Frankenstein higher (97) than audiences (82). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

Was Bride of Frankenstein a box office hit?

Budget$393,750
Box office$2 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $393,750 to make and earned $2 million worldwide, 5.1 times its budget.

What language is Bride of Frankenstein in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Bride of Frankenstein?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Bride of Frankenstein in 45 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Bride of Frankenstein use?

Blind and the BeastImmune to BulletsBookendsBig BadTitle DropManipulative BastardHe Went That WayTempting FateForgotten Framing DeviceFinger-Twitching RevivalAnswer CutMood Whiplashand 95 more

TV Tropes lists 107 storytelling tropes for Bride of Frankenstein, including Blind and the Beast, Immune to Bullets, Bookends.