The first film adaptation of the often filmed Mary Shelley story. This film was originally released on March 18 1910. From the Edison Kinetogram: Frankenstein, a young student, is seen bidding his sweetheart and father goodbye, as he is leaving home to enter a college in order to study the sciences. Shortly after his arrival at college he becomes absorbed in the mysteries of life and death to the extent of forgetting practically everything else. His great ambition is to create a human being, and finally one night his dream is realized. He is convinced that he has found a way to create a most p
Film details
- Year
- 1910
- Genre
- Early film, Silent films, Frankenstein
- Source
- Internet Archive
- Rights
- Public domain — free to watch
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Frankenstein for free?
You can stream Frankenstein (1910) free and legally on OldReel, via the Internet Archive.
Is Frankenstein in the public domain?
Yes — it is in the public domain and can be watched and shared freely.
