Frankenstein

1h 10m · 1931 · Directed by James Whale · 3.8 / 5 on Letterboxd

Frankenstein (1931) runs 1h 10m, directed by James Whale. It is one of 3,647 films in the 100 Minute Movies catalog — every one rated 3.0 or higher by Letterboxd members and short enough to finish in an evening.

Henry Frankenstein pieces together body parts in the hope of bringing a human-like creature to life. The mad scientist’s dreams are shattered by his monstrous creation awakening with rage to a world that hates and fears him.

Genres: Drama, Horror, Science Fiction

Where to watch: Prime Video, Peacock (US, checked 9 July 2026)