Young Frankenstein
1974, English. Directed by Mel Brooks.
The scariest comedy of all time!
A young neurosurgeon inherits the castle of his grandfather, the famous Dr. Victor von Frankenstein. In the castle he finds a funny hunchback, a pretty lab assistant and the elderly housekeeper. Young Frankenstein believes that the work of his grandfather was delusional, but when he discovers the book where the mad doctor described his reanimation experiment, he suddenly changes his mind.
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
Start now and it ends at ….
Worth the Hype
Clear your evening for this.
7.9/10 from 3,528 TMDB viewer ratings.
Seen it? Give your verdict.
Saved privately on this device.
Where to watch Young Frankenstein
Young Frankenstein is streaming on fuboTV in India.
Stream
fuboTVAvailability in India as of 9 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 15 December 1974
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Gene Wilder, Mel Brooks
- Budget
- $2.8M
- Box office
- $86M
Check ratings elsewhere
News & fan talk
What Young Frankenstein is based on
Young Frankenstein is based on Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus (1818) by Mary Shelley.
1818
Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus
By Mary Shelley
Source details from Wikidata and TMDB.
From the same franchise
Released before it. Not required, but they share its world.
Frankenstein
1931 · 7.5/10
Worth the HypeAlso in Frankenstein
Bride of Frankenstein
1935 · 7.5/10
Worth the HypeAlso in Frankenstein
Son of Frankenstein
1939 · 6.7/10
Popcorn FlickAlso in Frankenstein
The Ghost of Frankenstein
1942 · 5.8/10
SnoozefestAlso in Frankenstein
Frankenstein Meets the Wolf Man
1943 · 6.2/10
Popcorn FlickAlso in Frankenstein
House of Frankenstein
1944 · 6.1/10
Popcorn FlickAlso in Frankenstein
House of Dracula
1945 · 5.5/10
SnoozefestAlso in Frankenstein
Bud Abbott and Lou Costello Meet Frankenstein
1948 · 7.1/10
Worth the HypeAlso in Frankenstein
If you liked Young Frankenstein
Alvin and the Chipmunks Meet Frankenstein
1999 · 6.8/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Stitch Head
2025 · 7.1/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Addams Family
1991 · 7.1/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Monkey Business
1952 · 6.7/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
My Stepmother Is an Alien
1988 · 5.8/10
SnoozefestRecommended by TMDB viewers
Addams Family Values
1993 · 7.0/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Movie
1996 · 6.6/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Hotel Transylvania: Transformania
2022 · 7.0/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Phantom of the Megaplex
2000 · 6.1/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
A Babysitter's Guide to Monster Hunting
2020 · 6.2/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Young Frankenstein: quick answers
Is Young Frankenstein worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.9/10 from 3,528 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Young Frankenstein?
Young Frankenstein runs 106 minutes (1h 46m).
Does Young Frankenstein have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Young Frankenstein. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Young Frankenstein parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Young Frankenstein is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Young Frankenstein on?
Young Frankenstein is streaming on fuboTV in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Young Frankenstein?
If you liked Young Frankenstein, try Alvin and the Chipmunks Meet Frankenstein, Stitch Head, The Addams Family.
Who directed Young Frankenstein?
Young Frankenstein (1974) was directed by Mel Brooks and stars Gene Wilder, Peter Boyle, Marty Feldman.
What is Young Frankenstein based on?
Young Frankenstein is based on Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus (1818) by Mary Shelley.