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Frankenstein is a 1931 American pre-Code science fiction horror film directed by James Whale, produced by Carl Laemmle Jr., and adapted from a 1927 play by Peggy Webling, which in turn was based on Mary Shelley's 1818 novel Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus. The Webling play was adapted by John L. Balderston and the screenplay written by Francis Edward Faragoh and Garrett Fort, with uncredited contributions from Robert Florey and John Russell.

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1931 · 1h 10m · Drama · Horror · Science Fiction

TMDB 7.5/10 (1,829 votes)

Henry Frankenstein pieces together body parts in the hope of bringing a human-like creature to life. The mad scientist’s dreams are shattered by his monstrous creation awakening with rage to a world that hates and fears him.

Directed by James Whale

Box office $12M worldwide

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Cast & crew

James WhaleDirector

Colin Cliveas Henry Frankenstein

Mae Clarkeas Elizabeth

John Bolesas Victor Moritz

Boris Karloffas The Monster

Edward Van Sloanas Doctor Waldman

Frederick Kerras Baron Frankenstein

Dwight Fryeas Fritz

Lionel Belmoreas The Burgomaster

Marilyn Harrisas Little Maria

Ted Billingsas Villager (uncredited)MMae Bruceas Screaming Maid (uncredited)

Jack Curtisas Villager (uncredited)

Arletta Duncanas Bridesmaid (uncredited)

William Dyeras Gravedigger (uncredited)