National Theatre Live: Frankenstein
2011, English. Directed by Danny Boyle & Tim Van Someren.
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.
- Runtime
- 2h 10m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Cast & crew
- Danny BoyleDirector
- Tim Van SomerenDirector
- Benedict CumberbatchThe Creature / Victor Frankenstein
- Jonny Lee MillerThe Creature / Victor Frankenstein
- Ella SmithGretel / Clarice
- Naomie HarrisElizabeth Lavenza
- George HarrisM. Frankenstein
- Karl JohnsonDe Lacey
- Daniel MillarFelix de Lacey
- Lizzie WinklerAgatha de Lacey
- Andreea PăduraruFemale Creature
- William NyeWilliam Frankenstein / Ensemble
- Mark ArmstrongRab
- John StahlEwan
Details
- Released
- 17 March 2011
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Nick Dear
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National Theatre Live: Frankenstein: quick answers
Is National Theatre Live: Frankenstein worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.7/10 from 91 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is National Theatre Live: Frankenstein?
National Theatre Live: Frankenstein runs 130 minutes (2h 10m).
Does National Theatre Live: Frankenstein have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for National Theatre Live: Frankenstein. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
National Theatre Live: Frankenstein parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
National Theatre Live: Frankenstein is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is National Theatre Live: Frankenstein on?
National Theatre Live: Frankenstein isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 17 March 2011. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like National Theatre Live: Frankenstein?
If you liked National Theatre Live: Frankenstein, try Frankenstein, A Quiet Place, Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.
Who directed National Theatre Live: Frankenstein?
National Theatre Live: Frankenstein (2011) was directed by Danny Boyle and Tim Van Someren and stars Benedict Cumberbatch, Jonny Lee Miller, Ella Smith.