Frankenstein (The Criterion Collection) [4K UHD]

Frankenstein (The Criterion Collection) [4K UHD] presents Guillermo del Toro’s film in two 4K cuts, with Dolby Vision HDR and Dolby Atmos soundtracks, plus Blu-ray discs and special features. The expanded director’s cut and film-focused extras make this a feature-rich edition, while customer feedback includes a reported playback problem worth noting.

At a glance

Includes the theatrical version and Frankenstein: The Reborn Cut, described as a new, extended director’s cut.
The two film cuts have 4K digital masters with Dolby Atmos soundtracks and are presented in Dolby Vision HDR.
The listing describes two 4K UHD discs and two Blu-rays containing the films and special features.
Extras include a new commentary, a making-of documentary, conversations about filmmaking, Q&As, a composer interview, a trailer and an essay.

Price

$29.98Save 29%

Reference price: ~~$41.99~~

Price checked: Nov 11, 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Two cuts provide both the theatrical presentation and an extended director’s cut in one edition.
The listed Dolby Vision HDR and Dolby Atmos presentations offer format-specific options for compatible home theater equipment.
The bonus material spans commentary, production coverage, interviews and an essay.

Technical specifications

9 specifications

Format and presentation
Media format	4K
Run time	2 hours and 30 minutes
Subtitles	English
Rating	R (Restricted)

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

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	1 x 1 x 1 inches; 7.36 ounces

What to know before buying

Customer feedback is mixed on the film, praises its appearance, and includes reports of playback trouble, one customer summary specifically mentions the Theatrical Cut disc not playing. The supplied ratings are 4.0 out of 5 from 34 ratings, which do not establish the cause or prevalence of a playback issue.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Viewers who want both the theatrical cut and an extended director’s cut.
Collectors interested in Guillermo del Toro and extensive film-related extras.
Buyers with a 4K UHD setup who want the listed Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos formats.

Less suited to

Buyers who only need a standard DVD or Blu-ray edition.
Anyone seeking a confirmed playback guarantee, the supplied feedback includes a reported disc playback issue.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4 / 5 · 34 ratings

5 stars59%59%
4 stars14%14%
3 stars10%10%
2 stars4%4%
1 star13%13%

Customer feedback is mixed about the movie itself: some describe it favorably while others express disappointment. Appearance receives positive comments, while playback concerns include one report that the Theatrical Cut disc would not play. That report may matter to buyers planning to watch both cuts, but feedback does not establish how often the issue occurs or its cause. The aggregate rating is 4.0 out of 5 from 34 ratings, ratings alone do not explain the differing reactions.

Positive themes

Customers describe the film’s appearance as beautiful looking.

Negative themes

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

Mixed feedback

Customers express mixed opinions about the movie’s quality.

Frequently asked questions

What versions of Frankenstein are included?

The listing names the theatrical version and Frankenstein: The Reborn Cut, described as a new, extended director’s cut.

What audio and picture formats are listed?

Both cuts are described as 4K digital masters with Dolby Atmos soundtracks, and the films are presented in Dolby Vision HDR.

What extras are listed?

The edition lists a commentary on The Reborn Cut, a making-of documentary, conversations on craft, Q&As, an interview with composer Alexandre Desplat, a trailer and an essay.

Is a playback issue reported?

Yes. Customer feedback includes a report that the Theatrical Cut disc would not play, this is a reported experience, not proof that every copy has the issue.