Frankenweenie
Seen it?2012 | 87 min | Animation, Comedy, Family, Horror, Science Fiction
Sunday Safe BetWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
It earned strong reviews (87% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had little lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who wants a laugh, horror fans and sci-fi fans. If you loved The Nightmare Before Christmas, start here.
- The mood
- Scary.
- The pace
- Breezy, at 1 hr 27 min.
- What might put you off
- An animal is harmed or dies.
When a car hits young Victor's pet dog Sparky, Victor decides to bring him back to life the only way he knows how. But when the bolt-necked "monster" wreaks havoc and terror in the hearts of Victor's neighbors, he has to convince them that Sparky's still the good, loyal friend he was.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
87% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesSolid
7.0 out of 10
- AwardsSolid
Nominated for 1 Oscar, 1 Golden Globe and 1 BAFTA.
- Box office & staying powerSolid
$81 million worldwide on a $39 million budget
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
Not enough engagement data yet
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Cast & crew
Directed by Tim Burton
- Charlie TahanVictor Frankenstein (voice)
- Catherine O'HaraMrs. Frankenstein / Weird Girl / Gym Teacher (voice)
- Martin ShortMr. Frankenstein / Mr. Burgemeister / Nassor (voice)
- Martin LandauMr. Rzykruski (voice)
- Atticus ShafferEdgar 'E' Gore (voice)
- Winona RyderElsa Van Helsing (voice)
- Robert CapronBob (voice)
- James Hiroyuki LiaoToshiaki (voice)
- Conchata FerrellBob's Mom (voice)
- Tom KennyNew Holland Towns Folk (voice)