Frankenstein (The Criterion Collection) [DVD]

Frankenstein (The Criterion Collection) is Guillermo del Toro’s adaptation presented as a three-DVD special edition. The listing describes theatrical and extended director’s cuts, commentary, making-of material and interviews, though customer feedback also reports mixed views of the film and a playback problem with one disc.

At a glance

Three-DVD special edition with theatrical and extended director’s cuts, as described in the listing.
The Reborn Cut includes a new audio commentary by Guillermo del Toro.
Extras listed include a making-of documentary, conversations on craft, moderated Q&As, a composer interview and a trailer.
English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing and English descriptive audio are listed.

Price

$30.11Save 38%

Reference price: ~~$48.31~~

Price checked: 12 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

The two listed cuts and director commentary offer added context for viewers interested in del Toro’s approach.
The bonus programme spans filmmaking craft, cast and crew conversations, moderated Q&As and a composer interview.

Technical specifications

8 specifications

Format and runtime
Media format	DVD, NTSC
Runtime	2 hours and 30 minutes
Language	English

People and release
Director	Guillermo del Toro
Actors	Christoph Waltz, Jacob Elordi, Oscar Isaac
Studio	The Criterion Collection
Release date	27 October 2026

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	2.54 x 2.54 x 2.54 cm; 136.08 Grams

What to know before buying

The listing identifies a three-DVD edition but describes both cuts as 4K digital masters. Treat that as a description of the source masters, not evidence that these DVDs provide 4K playback. Customer feedback includes mixed opinions of the film and a report that the Theatrical Cut disc would not play, so disc playback reliability is a consideration.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Viewers seeking Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein with an extended cut and substantial listed extras.
Criterion Collection collectors who prefer a DVD release and English-language accessibility options.

Less suited to

Buyers specifically seeking 4K disc playback, as the title and media format identify this release as DVD.
Anyone needing confidence in trouble-free playback based on the reported disc issue.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.1 / 5 · 35 ratings

5 stars60%60%
4 stars15%15%
3 stars10%10%
2 stars4%4%
1 star11%11%

Customer feedback is mixed on the film itself, with some describing it as wonderful and others expressing disappointment. Its appearance receives positive comments, while feedback also reports playback trouble, including one account of the Theatrical Cut disc not playing. That matters for this three-DVD edition because the listing emphasises multiple cuts and extras, but the report does not establish how common the issue is. The aggregate rating is 4.1 out of 5 from 35 ratings and does not explain individual experiences.

Positive themes

Some customer feedback describes the film’s appearance as beautiful.

Negative themes

Customer feedback includes a report that the Theatrical Cut disc would not play.

Mixed feedback

Opinions about the movie’s quality are mixed, with some finding it wonderful and others disappointed.

Frequently asked questions

How many discs does the listing describe?

It describes a director-approved three-DVD special edition.

Does this DVD edition provide 4K playback?

The listing names DVD, NTSC as the media format. Its reference to 4K digital masters describes the cuts’ source masters and does not establish 4K playback from these discs.

What bonus features are listed?

The listing names commentary on The Reborn Cut, a making-of documentary, conversations on craft, Q&As, a composer interview, a trailer and an essay.

What do customer ratings and feedback indicate?

The listing shows 4.1 out of 5 stars from 35 ratings. Feedback is mixed on the film, praises its appearance and includes a report of a Theatrical Cut disc failing to play. Ratings do not establish the cause or likelihood of that issue.