# National Theatre Live: Frankenstein (2011)

English · Released 2011-03-17

National Theatre Live: Frankenstein is a 2011 English film. Benedict Cumberbatch appears in it.

Cast: Benedict Cumberbatch as The Creature / Victor Frankenstein

## Storyline
Childlike in his innocence but grotesque in form, Frankenstein’s bewildered creature is cast out into a hostile universe by his horror-struck maker. Meeting with cruelty wherever he goes, the friendless Creature, increasingly desperate and vengeful, determines to track down his creator and strike a terrifying deal.  Urgent concerns of scientific responsibility, parental neglect, cognitive development and the nature of good and evil are embedded within this thrilling and deeply disturbing tale.

## Common questions

### When was National Theatre Live: Frankenstein released?
National Theatre Live: Frankenstein was released on 17 March 2011.

### Who stars in National Theatre Live: Frankenstein?
Benedict Cumberbatch star in National Theatre Live: Frankenstein.

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