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Frankenstein (2004): Cast

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Frankenstein is a 2004 sci-fi horror film directed by Marcus Nispel, starring Michael Madsen as Detec. Harker, Thomas Kretschmann and Parker Posey. It is based on Frankenstein by Mary Shelley and Maurice Hindle. It runs 1 hour 28 minutes.

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Frankenstein (2004) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 28m (88 min)
Director
Marcus Nispel
Genres
Sci-Fi , Horror , Mystery , Drama
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Frankenstein About?

The premise of Frankenstein without spoilers, adapted from Frankenstein by Mary Shelley and Maurice Hindle.

While probing a series of murders, two detectives uncover a secret laboratory where a contemporary scientist has revived Dr. Frankenstein and his original creature, continuing the infamous genetic experiments that began centuries ago. The case forces them to confront a new incarnation of the classic “playing God” horror.

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Cast & crew

Frankenstein Cast & Characters

Michael Madsen leads the cast as Detec. Harker, with Thomas Kretschmann as Victor Helios and Parker Posey as Detective Carson O'Conner. Directed by Marcus Nispel; 12 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Marcus Nispel

More films directed by Marcus Nispel, best-rated first: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Friday the 13th, Conan the Barbarian and Pathfinder.

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Cars

Cars in Frankenstein

4 cars on screen, including the 1981 Ford LTD Crown Victoria and the 1991 Ford Explorer.

  • 1981 Ford LTD Crown Victoria in Frankenstein 1981 Ford LTD Crown Victoria Important role
  • 1991 Ford Explorer in Frankenstein 1991 Ford Explorer Minor role
  • 1995 Ford Crown Victoria in Frankenstein 1995 Ford Crown Victoria Background role
  • 1992 Ford Econoline in Frankenstein 1992 Ford Econoline Background role
Details

Frankenstein Also Known As

10 alternative titles, including “Frankenstein - Das Experiment geht weiter” and “Frankenstein - Auf der Jagd nach seinem Schöpfer”.

Also known as
  • Frankenstein - Das Experiment geht weiter
  • Frankenstein - Auf der Jagd nach seinem Schöpfer
  • Frankenstein Evolution
  • The Lab
  • Frankenstein: Újratöltve
  • פרנקנשטיין
  • Франкенштейн
  • 프랑켄슈타인
  • Новый Франкенштейн
  • 弗兰肯斯坦

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FAQ

Frankenstein FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, the book behind it and post-credit scenes of Frankenstein, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Frankenstein?

Frankenstein runs 1 hour 28 minutes (88 minutes).

When was Frankenstein released?

Frankenstein was released on October 9, 2004.

Who directed Frankenstein?

Frankenstein was directed by Marcus Nispel.

More films by Marcus Nispel

Who is in the cast of Frankenstein?

Frankenstein stars Michael Madsen as Detec. Harker, Thomas Kretschmann as Victor Helios and Parker Posey as Detective Carson O'Conner, among 12 credited actors.

Is Frankenstein based on a book?

Yes. Frankenstein is adapted from Frankenstein by Mary Shelley and Maurice Hindle.

Does Frankenstein have a post-credit scene?

No. Frankenstein has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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