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National Theatre Live: Frankenstein
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National Theatre Live: Frankenstein

2011-03-17 · 130 min · ★ 7.7

Drama · Horror · Science Fiction

Childlike in his innocence but grotesque in form, Frankenstein’s bewildered creature is cast out into a hostile universe by his horror-struck maker. Meeting with cruelty wherever he goes, the friendless Creature, increasingly desperate and vengeful, determines to track down his creator and strike a terrifying deal. Urgent concerns of scientific responsibility, parental neglect, cognitive development and the nature of good and evil are embedded within this thrilling and deeply disturbing tale.

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Directors
Danny Boyle, Tim Van Someren
Production companies
National Theatre
Countries
United Kingdom
Status
Released

Top Cast

Benedict CumberbatchBenedict CumberbatchThe Creature / Victor Frankenstein
Jonny Lee MillerJonny Lee MillerThe Creature / Victor Frankenstein
Ella SmithElla SmithGretel / Clarice
Naomie HarrisNaomie HarrisElizabeth Lavenza
George HarrisGeorge HarrisM. Frankenstein
Karl JohnsonKarl JohnsonDe Lacey
Daniel MillarDaniel MillarFelix de Lacey
Lizzie WinklerLizzie WinklerAgatha de Lacey
Andreea PăduraruAndreea PăduraruFemale Creature
William NyeWilliam Frankenstein / Ensemble
Mark ArmstrongMark ArmstrongRab
John StahlJohn StahlEwan
Martin ChamberlainServant
Daniel IngsDaniel IngsServant
John KilloranGustav / Constable
Steven ElliottKlaus
Josie DaxterEnsemble

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