National Theatre Live: Frankenstein (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 8.2
Released in 2011, National Theatre Live: Frankenstein is a drama, horror and science fiction film directed by Danny Boyle, running about 130 minutes.
What it’s about. Childlike in his innocence but grotesque in form, Frankenstein’s bewildered creature is cast out into a hostile universe by his horror-struck maker. Meeting with cruelty wherever he goes, the friendless Creature, increasingly desperate and vengeful, determines to track down his creator and strike a terrifying deal. Urgent concerns of scientific responsibility, parental neglect, cognitive development and the nature of good and evil are embedded within this thrilling and deeply disturbing tale.
Who’s in it. National Theatre Live: Frankenstein stars Benedict Cumberbatch as The Creature / Victor Frankenstein, Jonny Lee Miller as The Creature / Victor Frankenstein, Ella Smith as Gretel / Clarice and Naomie Harris as Elizabeth Lavenza, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.2/10, National Theatre Live: Frankenstein sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch National Theatre Live: Frankenstein page.
If you liked it. Fans of National Theatre Live: Frankenstein tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch National Theatre Live: Frankenstein (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for National Theatre Live: Frankenstein change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is National Theatre Live: Frankenstein worth watching?
- National Theatre Live: Frankenstein holds an audience score of 8.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, horror and science fiction. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in National Theatre Live: Frankenstein?
- National Theatre Live: Frankenstein stars Benedict Cumberbatch, Jonny Lee Miller, Ella Smith, Naomie Harris and George Harris.
- When was National Theatre Live: Frankenstein released?
- National Theatre Live: Frankenstein was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 130 minutes.