The Bride! (2026)

A lonely Frankenstein travels to 1930s Chicago to ask groundbreaking scientist Dr. Euphronious to create a companion for him. The two revive a murdered young woman and The Bride is born. But what ensues is beyond what either of them imagined.

From Netflix to the Big Screen: Originally planned as a Netflix release, 'The Bride!' was picked up by Warner Bros. for a theatrical release on March 6, 2026, after the 2023 Writers Guild strike and budget disagreements led Netflix to prioritize Guillermo Del Toro's Frankenstein project instead.
Maggie's Muse: Director Maggie Gyllenhaal was inspired to make the film after seeing a tattoo of the Bride of Frankenstein character. This led her to question the character's lack of voice and backstory in the original film, prompting her to write a screenplay that would explore those aspects.
Punk Rock Bride: According to Jessie Buckley, who plays the Bride, the film is like "Bonnie and Clyde and Wild at Heart," describing it as "the punkest love that's ever existed". The film aims to put a punk rock-inspired spin on the classic Frankenstein story.
IMAX Vision: Cinematographer Lawrence Sher shot the film entirely using IMAX-certified digital cameras, marking his first collaboration with director Maggie Gyllenhaal. This suggests a visually stunning experience is planned for the audience.
The Bride's Smudge: The black smudge on Jessie Buckley's face as the Bride is related to the black, inky tar used in the formula to bring her back to life. Gyllenhaal collaborated with Buckley and makeup artist Nadia Stacey to create the unique look.