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Frankenstein

1931-11-21 · 70 min · ★ 7.5

Drama · Horror · Science Fiction

Obsessed scientist Dr. Henry Frankenstein attempts to create life by assembling a creature from deceased body parts. Aided by his loyal misshapen assistant, Fritz, Frankenstein succeeds in animating his monster, but it flees into the countryside and begins to wreak havoc.

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Directors
James Whale
Production companies
Universal Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Budget
USD 262,007
Revenue
USD 12,000,000

Top Cast

Colin CliveColin CliveHenry Frankenstein
Mae ClarkeMae ClarkeElizabeth
John BolesJohn BolesVictor Moritz
Boris KarloffBoris KarloffThe Monster
Edward Van SloanEdward Van SloanDoctor Waldman
Frederick KerrFrederick KerrBaron Frankenstein
Dwight FryeDwight FryeFritz
Lionel BelmoreLionel BelmoreThe Burgomaster
Marilyn HarrisMarilyn HarrisLittle Maria
Ted BillingsTed BillingsVillager (uncredited)
Mae BruceScreaming Maid (uncredited)
Jack CurtisJack CurtisVillager (uncredited)
Arletta DuncanArletta DuncanBridesmaid (uncredited)
William DyerWilliam DyerGravedigger (uncredited)
Francis FordFrancis FordHans (uncredited)
Soledad JiménezSoledad JiménezMourner (uncredited)
Carmencita JohnsonCarmencita JohnsonLittle Girl (uncredited)
Seessel Anne JohnsonLittle Girl (uncredited)
Margaret MannMargaret MannMourner (uncredited)
Michael MarkMichael MarkLudwig (uncredited)

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