Bride of Frankenstein (1935)
Kernel Score: 85% · 1,082 ratings · Rated NR
Genres: Horror, Science Fiction
Released: 1935-04-20
Runtime: 75 minutes
Where to watch Bride of Frankenstein
- Stream: Prime Video, Peacock
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US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
Dr. Frankenstein and his monster both turn out to be alive after being attacked by an angry mob. The now-chastened scientist attempts to escape his past, but a former mentor forces him to assist with the creation of a new creature.
Bride of Frankenstein parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that this classic horror sequel involves a mob attack, a mad scientist, and the creation of another monster.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Includes an angry mob attack, a monster on the loose, and macabre scientific experimentation typical of classic Frankenstein films.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official NR rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
James Whale
Cast
- Boris Karloff as The Monster
- Colin Clive as Henry Frankenstein
- Valerie Hobson as Elizabeth
- Ernest Thesiger as Doctor Pretorius
- Elsa Lanchester as Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley / The Monster's Mate
- Gavin Gordon as Lord Byron
- Douglas Walton as Percy Bysshe Shelley
- Una O'Connor as Minnie
- E. E. Clive as Burgomaster
- Lucien Prival as Butler
Bride of Frankenstein FAQ
Is Bride of Frankenstein good?
Bride of Frankenstein has an 85% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,082 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Bride of Frankenstein?
In the US you can stream Bride of Frankenstein on Prime Video and Peacock and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Bride of Frankenstein OK for kids?
Bride of Frankenstein is rated NR. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that this classic horror sequel involves a mob attack, a mad scientist, and the creation of another monster.
What movies are like Bride of Frankenstein?
If you liked Bride of Frankenstein, try The Invisible Man, Frankenstein, Frankenstein and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.