Limited Imax showings for filmmaker Guillermo Del Toro's adaptation of Mary Shelley's classic novel, 'Frankenstein'
In an exciting turn of events for film enthusiasts, two highly-anticipated adaptations from Netflix are set to break new ground with unique theatrical and streaming releases.
Firstly, Guillermo Del Toro's adaptation of the classic Mary Shelley novel, Frankenstein, starring Jacob Elordi and Oscar Isaac, will have a limited theatrical release on October 17, 2025. This marks a departure from Netflix's usual policy of bypassing theaters for their releases. Following its initial run in select cinemas, the film will debut on Netflix streaming on November 7, 2025. It's worth noting that the theatrical release and streaming debut are not exclusive to Imax.
Rich Gelfond, the CEO of Imax, has praised the synergy between Frankenstein and Imax, attributing it to their shared size and loudness. Gelfond will be showing the film for a limited run at a select number of locations.
Meanwhile, the upcoming adaptation of C.S. Lewis' Narnia by Greta Gerwig is slated for a unique release strategy. The film will have an exclusive two-week Imax global run in fall of 2026, spanning across 90 countries and 1,000 auditoriums. The Imax release will precede the film's streaming debut.
The exact release date for the theatrical run of Narnia is yet to be announced, but it is scheduled before its streaming debut in fall of 2026. This Imax run will mark a significant event in the film's release, according to Gelfond, who hinted at an imminent debut on Imax screens.
These innovative release strategies are set to offer audiences a unique cinematic experience, blending the convenience of streaming with the immersive experience of the big screen. Stay tuned for more updates on these exciting releases!
