In a significant win for physical media enthusiasts, Guillermo del Toro’s *Frankenstein* is receiving a deluxe edition release from the Criterion Collection this fall. This edition is perfectly timed for those planning their Halloween movie marathons.
Deluxe Features and Formats
The Criterion edition will include the film along with a 158-minute director’s cut titled *Frankenstein: The Reborn Cut*, which adds eight minutes of additional footage. Fans can also look forward to the making-of documentary *The Anatomy Lesson: Director’s Cut*, a collection of interviews with the cast and crew, and more. The release will come in three formats: 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 at $29.95. Currently, all editions are available for preorder on Criterion’s website with a 20% discount.
Release Date and Context
The Criterion editions of *Frankenstein* are set to hit shelves on October 27. This release marks a rare exception for Netflix, which typically hesitates to offer physical copies of its original films. However, del Toro’s works have seen physical releases, with *Pinocchio* also receiving a Criterion edition earlier in 2023. Other notable films from Netflix that have received similar treatment include Martin Scorsese’s *The Irishman*, Alfonso Cuarón’s *Roma*, Bong Joon-ho’s *Okja*, and Jane Campion’s *The Power of the Dog*.
Film Reception
*Frankenstein*, a modern retelling of Mary Shelley’s 1818 novel, features Oscar Isaac as Victor Frankenstein and Jacob Elordi as the creature. The film premiered on Netflix on November 7, 2025, following a limited theatrical run. It has garnered positive reviews, currently holding an 84% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Critics have praised Elordi’s performance, noting him as a standout in the film.
More from Criterion
In addition to *Frankenstein*, Criterion is set to release other spooky titles in October, including *The Silence of the Lambs* and *The Shout*. This lineup promises to cater to fans of horror and classic cinema alike.
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