Frankenstein Reawakened: del Toro's Gothic Vision Captivates Netflix Audiences

The latest gothic horror adaptation by Guillermo del Toro, centered on the tale of Frankenstein, has begun creating a buzz on Netflix. It is rapidly drawing attention and is on course to rank among the platform’s top 10 most-watched films if it maintains its current momentum.

After a short period on the big screen, the movie was… added to Netflix on November 7 and quickly accumulated approximately 62.9 million views, according to recent reports. Although it has some distance to cover before reaching an all-time top 10 spot on the streaming service, early indications show a promising trajectory.

The current leaderboard for most-watched movies on Netflix in their first 91 days includes:

• KPop Demon Hunters with 325.1 million views
• Red Notice
• Carry-On
• Don’t Look Up
• The Adam Project
• Bird Box
• Back in Action
• Leave the World Behind
• The Gray Man
• A 2024 fantasy film starring Millie Bobbie Brown, which currently holds the tenth position

These rankings are determined by the global view count each title garners during its first 91 days on the platform. While the tenth-ranked film reached 138 million views in that span, this new adaptation of Frankenstein has already amassed 62.9 million views in just 12 days. With 79 days remaining in its window, its climb up the list seems well within reach.

The film features Oscar Isaac as Doctor Victor Frankenstein, a self-assured scientist whose ambitious experiment to bring a being to life sets off a chain of irreversible events. Jacob Elordi plays the creature, whose existence challenges both the ideals and fate of his creator.

Critical reception has been favorable, with the movie Garnering a remarkable 86% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Alongside the leads, the cast is further bolstered by performances from Mia Goth, Felix Kammerer, and Christoph Waltz, enhancing the film's overall depth and impact.

Streaming exclusively on Netflix, this fresh release offers a new viewing experience take on the classic narrative invites viewers to explore its unique blend of emotion and gothic intrigue. For additional recommendations, various lists highlight some featuring a top-tier selection of series and films available today on the platform.