A new  2025 “Frankenstein” Netflix movie was released on November 9, with critics loving it. The movie follows an egotistical scientist bringing a monstrous creature to life. This daring experiment leads to the undoing of both the creator and his tragic creation. The original “Frankenstein” movie from 1913 is based on Mary Shelley’s 1818 book.

Director, Guillermo del Toro, decided to create a new “Frankenstein” film because it has been his lifelong dream to reinterpret this classical story with his article vision. He wanted to focus on themes like the nature of creation and father-son relationship dynamic. The new adaptation has major differences including backstories, funding, endings, and character absences. These changes were made to simplify or change aspects to fit a new audience, while novel revisions made by the author herself. 

The new film has received good reviews due to its lush visuals and emotional depth, but some note that its run time is short and character’s stories feel rushed. It has 85% rotten tomatoes and 7.7/10 from IMDb.

Many comment on actor Jacob Elordi’s performance in the role of the creature. Elordi brings the creature to life with his emotionally devastating acting. Actor Oscar Issac, who plays the character Victor, is brilliant with intense and strong performances. The connection between creature and creator makes the two talented actors work together and create a standout performance together. 

Due to its brisk run time, some critics of “Frankenstein” noted its lack of portrayal of character developments that feel rushed or underdeveloped. Critics also found certain plot points like the portrayal of Elizabeth felt wasted or unrealistic. 

In conclusion, Toro’s style appreciates visually striking gothic films that enjoy character driven stories. If you want to explore classical literary themes and watch a new exhilarating film, go see “Frankenstein.” One can find it on the streaming platform Netflix.