Frankenstein Unbound
1990, English. Directed by Roger Corman.
Classic terror is now state-of-the-art shock.
The ultimate weapon, claimed to be safe for mankind, produces global side-effects including time slides and disappearances. The scientist behind the project and his car are zapped from the year 2031 to 1817 in Switzerland where he meets Dr. Victor Frankenstein, Mary Shelley and others.
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Cast & crew
- Roger CormanDirector
- John HurtDr. Joe Buchanan / Narrator (voice)
- Raúl JuliáDr. Victor Frankenstein
- Nick BrimbleThe Monster
- Bridget FondaMary Wollstonecraft Godwin
- Jason PatricLord George Gordon Byron
- Michael HutchencePercy Byshee Shelley
- Catherine RabettElizabeth Lavenza
- Catherine CormanJustine Moritz
- William GeigerLab Technician
- Mickey KnoxGeneral Reade
- Myriam CyrInformation Officer
- Terri TreasBuchanan's Car (voice)
Details
- Released
- 2 November 1990
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- F. X. Feeney, Roger Corman
- Budget
- $12M
- Box office
- $335K
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What Frankenstein Unbound is based on
Frankenstein Unbound is based on Frankenstein Unbound (1973) by Brian Aldiss.
1973
Frankenstein Unbound
By Brian Aldiss
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Frankenstein Unbound: quick answers
Is Frankenstein Unbound worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.9/10 from 142 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Frankenstein Unbound?
Frankenstein Unbound runs 85 minutes (1h 25m).
Does Frankenstein Unbound have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Frankenstein Unbound. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Frankenstein Unbound parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Frankenstein Unbound is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Frankenstein Unbound on?
Frankenstein Unbound isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 2 November 1990. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Frankenstein Unbound?
If you liked Frankenstein Unbound, try Books of Blood, Parallel, Resident Evil.
Who directed Frankenstein Unbound?
Frankenstein Unbound (1990) was directed by Roger Corman and stars John Hurt, Raúl Juliá, Nick Brimble.
What is Frankenstein Unbound based on?
Frankenstein Unbound is based on Frankenstein Unbound (1973) by Brian Aldiss.