Mary Shelley's Frankenstein has inspired countless adaptations, from the gothic to the goofy. But few have dared to reimagine the tale with the neon-soaked, punk-rock energy of Diablo Cody and Zelda Williams' 2024 film Lisa Frankenstein. Now, this cult favorite is clawing its way back into the spotlight, landing on Peacock just in time for Halloween.
Starting September 29, 2026, subscribers can stream the film, which stars Kathryn Newton as Lisa, a grieving teenager who accidentally resurrects a Victorian-era corpse (played by Cole Sprouse) from a statue in a cemetery. What follows is a darkly comedic love story that's equal parts macabre and heartfelt.
Lisa's life is a mess: she's reeling from her mother's brutal murder, stuck in a new town with her dad (Joe Chrest), stepmom (Carla Gugino), and stepsister (Liza Soberano), and struggling to fit in at school. When she brings the Creature to life, she finds an unlikely companion—one who's fiercely devoted to her, even if he's missing a few body parts.
The film's aesthetic has been described as a Lisa Frank notebook dipped in black ink—bright, bubbly, and unapologetically weird. It's a visual feast that matches its offbeat tone, blending teen angst with gothic horror in a way that feels fresh and irreverent.
Critics were divided on Lisa Frankenstein, giving it a 52% score on Rotten Tomatoes, but audiences embraced it with an 82% approval rating. That gap speaks to a film that's clearly found its niche—a devoted following that appreciates its quirky charm and unapologetic weirdness.
For fans of folk horror or those who enjoy gothic scares, Lisa Frankenstein offers a lighter, more playful take on the genre. It's a coming-of-rage story that explores grief, identity, and the messy business of falling for someone who's literally dead.
If you missed it in theaters or want to revisit its twisted romance, mark your calendars. Lisa Frankenstein arrives on Peacock on September 29, just in time to kick off your Halloween movie marathon. And if you're in the mood for more streaming horror, check out Ryan Murphy's latest thriller or Peacock's Halloween events for extra chills.
