MovieWise

Unfiltered reviews. Cinematic depth.

Mode
Frankenstein's Aunt Full Poster - Streaming Details

Quick Info

Status: Ended

Network: ZDF

Type: Scripted

Rating: 7.6/10

Frankenstein's Aunt

TV SERIES 1987 1 SEASON

Overview

Frankenstein's Aunt is the protagonist of three novels - two by Allan Rune Pettersson and a seven-episode TV miniseries based on the first one. The story is a humorous homage to the Universal Horror Frankenstein films.

This production, originally released in 1987, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Comedy genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 7.6 across its 1 season.

  • Storyline Highlights:
  • • Explores themes within Sci-Fi & Fantasy and Comedy.
  • • Produced in Czechoslovakia, Austria.
  • • Original Language: Slovak.

Directed By

Juraj Jakubisko

Written By

Juraj Jakubisko, Joachim Hammann, Jaroslav Dietl

Starring Cast

Seasons

NO POSTER

Season 1

7 Episodes • Aired 1987-02-01

As Doctor Henry Frankenstein, assisted by his assistant Igor, prepares to give life to his creature, he learns of the coming of his aunt. The latter arrives in the village where her nephew lives, and meets her strange inhabitants: a werewolf, a white lady, or even Count Dracula. She also meets Max, a little boy who has fled his parents-in-law and who is hiding in Frankenstein's castle.

Recommended Shows

Cinema in your inbox.

Weekly deep-dives and cinematic perspectives delivered to you.

By joining, you agree to our Privacy Policy. You can unsubscribe at any time.