‘Frankenstein’ Screenplay by Guillermo del Toro to be Published as Book

Highlights

• Release Dates: Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein is in theaters this weekend and will be available on Netflix starting November 7.
• Book Details: A 240-page hardcover of the film’s screenplay will be released by Insight Editions, featuring a foreword, concept art, and behind-the-scenes photos.
• Award Recognition: The film has already received awards, including the Gotham Awards’ Vanguard Tribute and the Graffetta d’Oro at the Venice Film Festival.
• Pricing: The hardcover will be available for $30, releasing on November 25.

Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein is in theaters this weekend before it hits Netflix on November 7—and a full month from now, you’ll be able to read it, too.

Book publisher Insight Editions is releasing a 240-page hardcover of the film’s screenplay penned by del Toro that also includes a foreword by him, concept art, film stills, and behind-the-scenes photography. “From the tormented Victor Frankenstein to his tragic monster, del Toro’s unique artistic voice shines through every page,” reads the description, “offering an immersive experience for fans of both the original novel and del Toro’s cinematic genius.”

Previously, Netflix went and gave del Toro and Mark Gustafson’s Pinocchio movie from 2022 a similar treatment by releasing that film’s an art book and screenplay online for free. That went on to become an awards darling, racking up several wins including Best Animated Feature at the Golden Globes and Academy Awards. Already, Frankenstein has racked up wins during its run on the festival circuit, including the Gotham Awards’ Vanguard Tribute and the Graffetta d’Oro for Best Film at the Venice International Film Festival.

Netflix would really like to repeat del Toro’s awards success with Frankenstein,  hence the limited theatrical release, and putting out its screenplay for fans of his work and the original 1818 novel by Mary Shelley further expands its reach. If you fall into either of those camps, the hardcover releases Tuesday, November 25 for $30.

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