National Theatre Live: Frankenstein(2011)
National Theatre Live: Frankenstein Synopsis
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.
National Theatre Live: Frankenstein (2011) is a drama, horror and science fiction film directed by Danny Boyle, released on March 17, 2011 with a runtime of 2h 10m. It stars Benedict Cumberbatch, Jonny Lee Miller, Ella Smith and Naomie Harris. Viewers rate it 7.7 out of 10 across 89 ratings.
- Director:
- Danny Boyle
- Writers:
- Mary Shelley, Nick Dear
- Producers:
- Emma Keith
- Composer:
- Rick Smith
- Production:
- National Theatre
- Status:
- Released
National Theatre Live: Frankenstein (2011) Trailer
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National Theatre Live: Frankenstein Videos & Clips
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Official Trailer | Frankenstein w Benedict Cumberbatch & Jonny Lee Miller | National Theatre at Home
Trailer
National Theatre Live Frankenstein Encore Trailer
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Benedict Cumberbatch and Jonny Lee Miller in Danny Boyle's Frankenstein for NT Live
Teaser
Doubling Frankenstein and The Creature | National Theatre at Home
Behind the Scenes
Cruelty, Violence and the Creature
Behind the Scenes
Directing Frankenstein | Academy Award®-Winner Danny Boyle | National Theatre at Home
Behind the Scenes
National Theatre Live: Frankenstein Cast & Crew
Main cast
Benedict Cumberbatch
as The Creature / Victor Frankenstein
Jonny Lee Miller
as The Creature / Victor Frankenstein
Ella Smith
as Gretel / Clarice
Naomie Harris
as Elizabeth Lavenza
George Harris
as M. Frankenstein
Karl Johnson
as De Lacey
- Daniel Millar
Daniel Millar
as Felix de Lacey
Lizzie Winkler
as Agatha de Lacey
Andreea Păduraru
as Female Creature
- William Nye
William Nye
as William Frankenstein / Ensemble
Mark Armstrong
as Rab
John Stahl
as Ewan
Key crew
Directed by Danny Boyle, written by Mary Shelley and Nick Dear, produced by Emma Keith.
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National Theatre Live: Frankenstein Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.7/10 from 89 ratings.
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National Theatre Live: Frankenstein – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in National Theatre Live: Frankenstein?
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The main cast of National Theatre Live: Frankenstein (2011) includes Benedict Cumberbatch, Jonny Lee Miller, Ella Smith, Naomie Harris and George Harris. The film was directed by Danny Boyle. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was National Theatre Live: Frankenstein released?
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National Theatre Live: Frankenstein was released on March 17, 2011 and runs for 2h 10m.
Is National Theatre Live: Frankenstein worth watching?
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National Theatre Live: Frankenstein (2011) holds an average rating of 7.7 out of 10 from 89 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama, horror and science fiction films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
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