Frankenstein: The True Story
1974, English. Directed by Jack Smight.
He created the perfect man—then something went wrong.
Victor Frankenstein witnesses his creation turn uncontrollable after he's duped by his associate, Dr. Polidori.
- Runtime
- 3h 6m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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Cast & crew
- Jack SmightDirector
- James MasonDr. John Polidori
- Leonard WhitingVictor Frankenstein
- David McCallumDr. Clervall
- Jane SeymourAgatha / Prima
- Nicola PagettElizabeth Fanschawe
- Michael SarrazinThe Creature
- Michael WildingSir Richard Fanshawe
- Tom BakerSea Captain
- Clarissa Kaye-MasonLady Fanschawe
- Agnes MooreheadMrs. Blair
- Margaret LeightonFrancoise DuVal
- Ralph RichardsonMr. Lacey
Details
- Released
- 19 September 1974
- Country
- United States of America
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What Frankenstein: The True Story is based on
Frankenstein: The True Story is based on Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus, an 1818 novel by Mary Shelley.
Novel · 1818
Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus
By Mary Shelley
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Frankenstein: The True Story: quick answers
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How long is Frankenstein: The True Story?
Frankenstein: The True Story runs 186 minutes (3h 6m).
Does Frankenstein: The True Story have a post-credits scene?
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Which OTT platform is Frankenstein: The True Story on?
Frankenstein: The True Story isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Frankenstein: The True Story?
If you liked Frankenstein: The True Story, try Frankenstein, Children of the Damned, Stake Land.
Who directed Frankenstein: The True Story?
Frankenstein: The True Story (1974) was directed by Jack Smight and stars James Mason, Leonard Whiting, David McCallum.
What is Frankenstein: The True Story based on?
Frankenstein: The True Story is based on Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus, an 1818 novel by Mary Shelley.