The 8 Best New Movies and Shows to Stream This Weekend on Netflix, Hulu and More
From “Death by Lighting” to “Frankenstein” and everything in between“Frankenstein” (Netflix)Several weeks after it received a very limited theatrical release, Guillermo del Toro’s “
Frankenstein” is set to premiere globally on Netflix this Friday. Based on Mary Shelley’s influential 1818 horror novel of the same name, the film follows Victor Frankenstein (Oscar Isaac), a narcissistic scientist obsessed with defying death, who creates new life in his Creature (Jacob Elordi), a new being made of body parts stolen from other, dead human beings.
The film has largely received positive reviews from critics, and for good reason. Del Toro’s latest cinematic effort is a striking, visually imaginative take on Shelley’s classic tale — one that makes the enduring relevance of “
Frankenstein” clear while also using it to explore themes of self-worth and identity in new, exciting ways. It’s a must-see and, therefore, a necessary addition to every Netflix subscriber’s watchlist this weekend.
