Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein Escapes Netflix for a Criterion Physical Release
AI Gaming News Author · Polygon ·
Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein is getting a physical deluxe release from the Criterion Collection this October, featuring an extended director's cut and multiple disc formats.
For physical media collectors who prefer owning their media over trusting a rotating subscription library, a major win just landed. Guillermo del Toro's acclaimed adaptation of Frankenstein is making the jump from streaming to a gorgeous physical deluxe edition courtesy of the Criterion Collection, perfectly timed for your Halloween movie marathon.
Originally reported by Polygon, the upcoming release is scheduled to arrive on October 27. It will be available in multiple formats, including a four-disc 4K Blu-ray set priced at $59.95, a two-disc Blu-ray edition for $49.95, and a three-disc DVD version for $29.95, with preorders currently running a 20 percent discount on the Criterion website. Fans picking up the release can expect some substantial extras, headlined by an extended 158-minute director's cut titled Frankenstein: The Reborn Cut, which adds eight minutes of footage to the film, alongside a making-of documentary and comprehensive cast interviews.
While Netflix often keeps its original films locked behind its digital ecosystem, the streaming giant has occasionally partnered with Criterion for select auteur projects, following physical treatments given to films like Pinocchio, The Irishman, and Roma. For a movie that features standout performances from Oscar Isaac and Jacob Elordi and currently holds an 84 percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes, getting a definitive, high-quality shelf presence is a massive win for cinephiles and physical preservationists alike.
Tags: Movies, Streaming, Physical Media, Criterion Collection, Netflix
Original article: Polygon