Frankenstein (1952): cast, story & where to watch
1952 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1952, Frankenstein is a horror, science fiction and tv movie film directed by Don Medford, running about 30 minutes.
What it’s about. Dr. Victor Frankenstein, working in a castle on a remote Swiss island, attempts to create a perfect man but his resultant creation turns out to be a murderous beast who must be destroyed.
Who’s in it. Frankenstein stars Lon Chaney Jr. as The Monster.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, 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 Frankenstein page.
If you liked it. Fans of Frankenstein tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Frankenstein (1952)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Frankenstein change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Frankenstein worth watching?
- Frankenstein holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror, science fiction and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Frankenstein?
- Frankenstein stars Lon Chaney Jr..
- When was Frankenstein released?
- Frankenstein was released in 1952, with a runtime of about 30 minutes.