Here comes The Bride! Maggie Gyllenhaal’s upcoming adaptation of The Bride of Frankenstein hits theaters on March 6, 2026, and it’s got a killer cast and a unique twist.
Here’s everything you need to know about the film, from the cast and plot to trailers and where to watch.
Release Date and Where to Watch
The Bride! premieres on March 6, 2026, and will be available in theaters.
Story and Setting
Starring Jessie Buckley as the Bride and Christian Bale as Victor Frankenstein, the film’s official synopsis is “a lonely Frankenstein travels to 1930s Chicago to seek the aid of a Dr. Euphronius in creating a companion for himself. The two reinvigorate a murdered young woman, and the Bride is born.”
Cast and Characters
Also starring in the gothic horror are Peter Sarsgaard, Annette Bening, and Penélope Cruz. Jake Gyllenhaal returns to collaborate with his sister as well.
Creative Team and Production
Directed by Maggie Gyllenhaal, with a screenplay by Maggie Gyllenhaal, The Bride! is produced by First Love Films and Warner Bros. The Bride! will be Maggie Gyllenhaal’s second time directing, following The Lost Daughter (2021).
Trailer and First Look
Take a look at the official trailer:
Photos from The Bride:
What to Expect:
John Magaro, who also stars in The Bride!, recently told The Hollywood Reporter that The Bride! is “a mix of… Young Frankenstein, Frankenstein, Bonnie and Clyde and Badlands. It’s just a wild, fun ride. It’s something that people haven’t seen before, and I’m really excited to get it in front of an audience. It’s bonkers.”
While the wait is long for The Bride! it seems promising that it will deliver unforgettable performances from Buckley and Bale, as well as rich storytelling.
What are your hopes for The Bride!? Let us know in the comments below!
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