Frankenweenie Movie Cast, Plot and Everything to Know

Plot

What's the story about?

Plot

From creative genius Tim Burton comes Frankenweenie, a tale about a boy and his dog. After unexpectedly losing his beloved dog Sparky, young Victor harnesses the power of science to bring his best friend back to life—with just a few minor adjustments. He tries to hide his home-sewn creation, but when Sparky gets out, Victor’s fellow students, teachers and the entire town all learn that getting a new “leash on life” can be monstrous.

Cited as official plot version from disney.com

Fantasy Horror Suspense 3D Shot-In-3D

Top Cast

The lead cast starring in Frankenweenie.

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  Winona Ryder

  ... Elsa van Helsing (voice)

  Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, Haunted Mansion

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  Martin Landau

  ... Mr. Rzykruski (voice)

  The Company Men, 9

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  Martin Short

  ... Mr. Walsh / Toshiaki / Mr. Bergermeister / Bob / Mr. Curtis (voice)

  Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted, STEVE! (martin)

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  Catherine O'Hara

  ... Susan Frankenstien / Gym Teacher / Weird Girl (voice)

  The Wild Robot, Elemental

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  Atticus Shaffer

  ... Edgar (voice)

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  Robert Capron

  ... Bob (voice)

  Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules, Diary of a Wimpy Kid

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  Conchata Ferrell

  ... Bob's Mom (voice)

  Krampus, Axe Murders of Villisca

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  Christopher Lee

  ... Movie Dracula (voice)

  The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Crew Behind the Film

The Frankenweenie behind-the-scenes crew and production team.

The film's director Tim Burton last directed Beetlejuice Beetlejuice and Dumbo. The film's writer John August last wrote Aladdin and Dark Shadows.

Director

Tim Burton

Screenwriter

John August

Producers

Allison Abbate
Tim Burton

Production Details

What we know about the Frankenweenie movie production.

Key Facts

• Based on Tim Burton's 1984 short film. A stop-motion animated film, Frankenweenie was filmed in black and white and rendered in 3D, which will elevate the classic style to a whole new experience.

Production Updates for Frankenweenie

Jul 2012

Completed

Changed Frankenweenie movie production status. The movie is ready for release.

Aug 2010

Pre-Production

Changed the movie production status to Pre-Production. Preparations are underway to start production.

Jan 2009

Development

Changed the movie production status to Development. The movie is likely in scripting, budgeting, or stuck in "development hell."

Dec 2004

Post-Production

Changed the movie production status to Post-Production. The movie is now in the editing and finishing stages.

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