The Bride! is an upcoming American gothic romance/horror film directed and written by Maggie Gyllenhaal. It’s a bold reimagining of the classic Frankenstein story — inspired by the 1935 film Bride of Frankenstein and Mary Shelley’s novel Frankenstein.
🎥 Plot (Synopsis)
Set in 1930s Chicago, the story follows Frankenstein’s monster (nicknamed Frank) seeking a companion. He teams up with Dr. Euphronious to resurrect a murdered woman, creating The Bride — but what unfolds goes far beyond expectations, sparking a wild romance, police attention, and social upheaval.
👩🎤 Main Cast
Jessie Buckley as The Bride (also credited as Ida / Mary Shelley)
Christian Bale as Frank (the monster)
Peter Sarsgaard
Annette Bening
Jake Gyllenhaal
Penélope Cruz
(plus several other supporting actors)
📅 Release Info
World Premiere: February 26, 2026 (London)
Theatrical Release: March 6, 2026 (wide in U.S. theaters, including IMAX)
(International release may start around March 4, 2026.)
🎬 Genre & Style
It mixes horror, romance, drama (and possibly musical elements) in a dark, stylized story about life, love, and rebellion with classic monster-movie roots.