Frankenstein Recasting: From Andrew Garfield to Jacob Elordi
When Guillermo del Toro announced his long-awaited adaptation of Frankenstein, fans of the Oscar-winning director were thrilled. Del Toro has a profound tenderness in how he depicts monsters, something visible from Pan’s Labyrinth to The Shape of Water. Yet, one casting change initially left me uncertain.
The Production Shift
Netflix officially picked up Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein in 2023, positioning it among the most anticipated horror releases. As the production prepared to begin in early 2024, major news struck—the lead actor, Andrew Garfield, stepped away due to scheduling conflicts. Soon after, it was confirmed that Jacob Elordi would replace him as The Creature.
Initial Doubts
Despite high hopes for the movie, this recasting decision initially bothered me. Garfield has long been one of my favorite actors, admired for his sensitivity and emotional depth. Replacing him with Elordi, though talented, felt like a risky departure.
Jacob Elordi’s Performance
Having now seen the final film, which arrived on Netflix on November 7, I can reflect differently. Elordi’s portrayal of The Creature carries a distinct presence—haunting yet restrained, with a quiet intensity that lingers. His earlier performances in Euphoria and as Elvis in Priscilla hinted at his potential, but here it feels fully realized under del Toro’s direction.
“Now that I’ve seen the movie – coming to those with a Netflix subscription on November 7, I need to talk about it.”
In the end, while my initial frustration made sense, the final performance proved that the casting change was not a detriment but rather an evolution in del Toro’s vision.
Author’s Summary
Jacob Elordi’s transformation into The Creature reshapes Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein with depth and emotion, turning a once-questioned casting shift into an inspired success.
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