Priscilla actor Jacob Elordi is officially set to replace Andrew Garfield as the star of the upcoming Guillermo del Toro adaptation of Frankenstein.
DirectorGuillermo del Torois one of the biggest names in Hollywood. With hit films such as The Shape of Water and more all boosting the filmmaker’s renown in recent years.
And while del Toro is already known for his out-of-the-box films and creativity, fans were excited when Netflix confirmed that he would be helming a new adaptation of a beloved tale, that of Frankenstein.
The Netflix exclusive is still largely under wraps, however, a new report fromVarietyreveals that the previously cast Andrew Garfield has left the project and will now be replaced by up-and-coming star Jacob Elordi.
Jacob Elordi is alive! The actor will portray Frankenstein in director Guillermo del Toro’s adaptation of the classic monster movie for Netflix. Elordi is taking over the role from Andrew Garfield.https://t.co/WRWkR0TCAH
The Priscilla andEuphoriaactor will now be taking on the role of Frankenstein’s monster, a role that has been portrayed by various big name actors through the history of film.
According to the report, Garfield will no longer be starring in the project due to scheduling conflicts, allowing Elordi to come in and make the role his own.
Del Toro, who directed the Oscar-winning film The Shape of Water, is signed on to write, direct and produce Frankenstein. This new film is just one of many the star has agreed to direct for streaming platform Netflix as part of their recent multi-picture deal.
This new adaptation will be based on the Mary Shelley novel, which focuses on the relationship between scientist Victor Frankenstein and the creature he manages to bring to life in a monstrous experiment.
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