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MyCinema has not rated Frankenweenie for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a horror, family, and science fiction film. It is rated PG in the United States.

Where can I watch Frankenweenie in the US?

Frankenweenie streams on Disney Plus and can be bought from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 2 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.

How long is Frankenweenie?

Frankenweenie runs 29 minutes (29 minutes).

Is Frankenweenie suitable for kids?

Frankenweenie is rated PG in the United States, which means parental guidance is advised. It may suit older children with an adult, but it is not made for young ones.

TMDB198429mHorror / Family / Science Fiction / Comedy

Frankenweenie

Name: Frankenweenie
Genre: Horror, Family, Science Fiction, Comedy
Released: 1984-12-14
Duration: 29 min

A comic twist on a classic tail!

When young Victor's pet dog Sparky (who stars in Victor's home-made monster movies) is hit by a car, Victor decides to bring him back to life the only way he knows how. But when the bolt-necked "monster" wreaks havoc and terror in the hearts of Victor's neighbors, he has to convince them (and his parents) that despite his appearance, Sparky's still the good loyal friend he's always been.

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Runtime

Short watch · 29m

At 29m it runs under 90 minutes.

More horror under 90 minutes

Genres

Horror · Family · Science Fiction · Comedy

TMDB files it under horror, family, science fiction, and comedy.

US availability

1 subscription · 5 to buy

Included with 1 subscription service: Disney Plus. Listed to buy from 5 stores.

TMDB audience score

6.9 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 6.9 out of 10 across 461 votes, a positive audience score. That is a moderate sample of voters.

Why watch Frankenweenie tonight

It is a short one: 29m, so it fits a late start.
It is included with Disney Plus in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
TMDB users rate it 6.9 out of 10 across 461 votes.

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Questions about Frankenweenie

Is Frankenweenie scary?: MyCinema has not rated Frankenweenie for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a horror, family, and science fiction film. It is rated PG in the United States.
Where can I watch Frankenweenie in the US?: Frankenweenie streams on Disney Plus and can be bought from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 2 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is Frankenweenie?: Frankenweenie runs 29 minutes (29 minutes).
Is Frankenweenie suitable for kids?: Frankenweenie is rated PG in the United States, which means parental guidance is advised. It may suit older children with an adult, but it is not made for young ones.

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When a car hits young Victor's pet dog Sparky, Victor decides to bring him back to life the only way he knows how. But when the bolt-necked "monster" wreaks havoc and terror in the hearts of Victor's neighbors, he has to convince them that Sparky's still the good, loyal friend he was.

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