Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein trailer debuts as Hollywood is transformed by eerie projections, drone lightning displays, and dramatic celebrations ahead of the film’s Netflix release.
Netflix has unveiled the official trailer and new images for Frankenstein, Guillermo del Toro’s highly anticipated adaptation of Mary Shelley’s iconic gothic tale—and the debut was nothing short of electrifying. In true Halloween spirit, Hollywood was transformed into a cinematic storm zone to celebrate the upcoming release.
On the night of October 30, festivities began with a breathtaking display above Hollywood Forever Cemetery. Hundreds of drones illuminated the sky, spelling out a massive 650-foot-wide “FRANKENSTEIN” title and crafting a dramatic lightning storm in the air, setting a chilling tone for what’s to come.
The celebration intensified as Frankenstein took over Hollywood landmarks. Capitol Records and the TCL Chinese Theatre will be engulfed in haunting projection mapping, while synchronized, drone-powered lightning strikes will light up the skies above the city. The result: Los Angeles becomes a storm-charged tribute to del Toro’s dark, emotional retelling of the classic story.
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About Frankenstein
Release Date: Streaming on Netflix November 7
Director: Guillermo del Toro
Screenplay By: Guillermo del Toro
Based On: Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus by Mary Shelley
Producers: Guillermo del Toro, J. Miles Dale, Scott Stuber
Cast: Oscar Isaac, Jacob Elordi, Mia Goth, Felix Kammerer, David Bradley, Lars Mikkelsen, Christian Convery, with Charles Dance and Christoph Waltz.
The film follows Victor Frankenstein, a brilliant but arrogant scientist whose obsession with conquering life results in the creation of a living being—one that becomes both his greatest achievement and his ultimate downfall. The story promises to explore the tragic link between creator and creation, brought to life by del Toro’s signature mix of haunting beauty and emotional depth.
As fans count down to the Netflix premiere, the Hollywood takeover and trailer debut solidify Frankenstein as one of the most anticipated cinematic events of the year—where innovation, horror, and artistry collide in spectacular fashion.
