Netflix gave horror fans something to buzz about at this year’s Tudum event: the long-awaited teaser for Frankenstein, Guillermo del Toro’s take on Mary Shelley’s iconic novel, is finally here.
Premiering globally this November on Netflix, Frankenstein stars Oscar Isaac as the brilliant yet haunted Victor Frankenstein, alongside Jacob Elordi and Mia Goth. The teaser was introduced onstage at the Kia Forum during Netflix’s Tudum 2025 Live Event, with del Toro himself joined by Isaac and Goth for a rare public appearance.
The First Glimpse: What the Teaser Reveals
Dark, atmospheric, and laced with dread, the teaser offers a first look at the tone of the film, one that feels closer to Shelley’s Gothic roots than most recent adaptations. Flashes of the lab, storm-lit windows, and gloved hands at work hint at a visually rich retelling centered as much on obsession and grief as it is on horror.
Frankenstein Details
- Director & Writer: Guillermo del Toro
- Based on: Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus by Mary Shelley
- Premiere Date: November 2025 (Exact date TBA)
Del Toro, who won an Oscar for The Shape of Water, wrote and directed the film and serves as one of its producers. He’s joined by J. Miles Dale and Scott Stuber on the production team. Known for blending emotion with horror, del Toro has described Frankenstein as a deeply personal project years in the making.
The film is expected to stay close to the original novel, exploring themes of mortality, grief, and what it means to create life without considering the consequences.
Cast and Characters
- Oscar Isaac as Victor Frankenstein
- Jacob Elordi in an undisclosed role, rumored to be The Creature
- Mia Goth likely tied to the story’s emotional core
- Supporting Cast Includes: Felix Kammerer, David Bradley, Lars Mikkelsen, Christian Convery, Charles Dance, and Christoph Waltz
This ensemble leans heavy on drama and psychological nuance, a clear signal that del Toro is aiming for more than just scares.
Though Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein has been adapted countless times, few filmmakers are as uniquely suited to it as Guillermo del Toro. His love for misunderstood monsters, from Pan’s Labyrinth to Crimson Peak, suggests a version of Frankenstein’s Creature that’s both terrifying and deeply human.
With Netflix backing the project, Frankenstein is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated genre releases of the year, not just for horror fans, but for anyone who loves character-driven storytelling with a sharp visual edge.