As anticipation builds toward the 2026 Oscars, two notable Netflix releases for 2025 have become standout favorites among viewers. Among these is Guillermo del Toro Frankenstein, set to receive a special release through the Criterion Collection, ensuring the film’s lasting impact on home entertainment. Alongside this, another unexpected title from Netflix’s catalog will also join the Criterion lineup, exciting fans eager for physical editions.
Official Announcement Confirms Criterion Edition for Frankenstein
An exclusive story from Variety confirmed that Guillermo del Toro’s take on Mary Shelley’s classic tale Frankenstein will join the prestigious Criterion Collection. Although the release date has not yet been announced, reports emerging from Sundance Film Festival indicate that del Toro is crafting an expanded version of the film. This extended cut, known in some circles as the All The Stitches edition, suggests a commitment to enhancing the viewing experience beyond the theatrical release.
The process mirrors the way Nightmare Alley: Vision in Darkness and Light, another Netflix title tied to del Toro, was prepared for home release. While fans should not expect an immediate availability of these editions, the delay hints at bundled extras and richer content that Criterion releases usually provide to audiences.
K-Pop Demon Hunters to Receive Enhanced Criterion Edition Featuring Deleted Scenes
Another Netflix film slated for the Criterion Collection is the animated feature K-Pop Demon Hunters, directed by Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans. Its inclusion is notable both for its artistic quality and its cultural significance in representing Korean heritage. This release could finally unveil deleted scenes that were widely anticipated by fans despite the debunking of rumors about a three-hour version of the film.
The omitted footage includes key narrative moments, such as revelations about Celine’s involvement in Rumi’s mother’s death and the much-discussed aquarium date featuring Rumi and Jinu’s initial kiss. Animators have teased these sequences through social media storyboards and animatics, heightening expectations for their appearance in the Criterion supplemental materials.
Though exact details on the special content remain undisclosed, the removal of some previews from official channels may hint at their inclusion in the upcoming disc extras. Both Guillermo del Toro Frankenstein and K-Pop Demon Hunters will continue to be accessible via Netflix streaming until their physical releases debut.
What Fans Can Expect and What Lies Ahead
The Criterion Collection’s involvement marks a significant moment for Guillermo del Toro Frankenstein, elevating the film through prestigious archival preservation and extra features that deepen understanding and appreciation. Viewers can likely anticipate bonus materials, extended footage, and enhanced presentations that Criterion is known for, offering collectors and cinephiles valuable insights into del Toro’s creative vision.
The upcoming releases also reinforce Netflix’s growing role in bridging streaming content with traditional home video formats, balancing immediate access with enduring collectibles. As official announcements on release dates and special features emerge, fans and collectors will be watching closely, poised for the chance to own these celebrated films in definitive editions.
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He also just confirmed that a new extended cut of FRANKENSTEIN is coming. More news on that in due time, but he called it the “all the stitches” cut! pic.twitter.com/VkKBg5mwY9
— Andrew J. Salazar (@AndrewJ626) January 28, 2026
