Few fictional figures have captivated the silver screen as persistently as the Frankenstein Monster. Dracula may rival him, and Sherlock Holmes has certainly kept pace, but the creature stitched together in Mary Shelley’s imagination remains one of cinema’s most iconic figures. First unleashed in her 1818 gothic masterpiece 'Frankenstein,' the Monster became a cultural symbol of humanity daring to play God and facing the consequences of its own creation.
From silent films to campy extravaganzas and modern blockbusters, the Monster’s shadow continues to loom large, reminding audiences of both horror and humanity. Click through the gallery to explore the films that have kept this legend alive.