---
title: "Frankenstein's Aunt"
year: 1987
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/frankenstein-s-aunt-1987"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 2114
imdb_id: null
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 1
episodes_count: 7
runtime_minutes: 52
community_rating: 7.4
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Frankenstein's Aunt (1987) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/frankenstein-s-aunt-1987

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Frankenstein's Aunt is a television series first released in 1987. Catalogued under Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Comedy. Produced and broadcast by ZDF, Československá televize. Current status: Ended. Spans 1 seasons and 7 tracked episodes.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A quirky aunt hunts a bride for Frankenstein’s nephew in a comedic horror romp."

### Why Watch
- Humorous homage to classic Frankenstein films
- Blend of sci‑fi/fantasy and comedy
- Unique premise of an aunt matchmaking for a monster family

### Caveats & Content Note
- Limited to seven episodes, which may feel brief
- Niche parody humor may not suit all tastes
- Tone & Suitability: The series is lighthearted with mild spooky elements, suitable for most ages.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: comedy, horror, whimsical

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/frankenstein-s-aunt-1987#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Created by**: Juraj Jakubisko
- **Networks / Studios**: ZDF, Československá televize

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Viveca Lindfors** as *Teta*
- **Martin Hrebeň** as *Max*
- **Bolek Polívka** as *Henry Frankenstein*
- **Gerhard Karzel** as *Albert*
- **Barbara De Rossi** as *Klára*
- **Jacques Herlin** as *Igor*
- **Mercedes Sampietro** as *Biela paní*
- **Ferdy Mayne** as *Drakula*
- **Flavio Bucci** as *Talbot*
- **Eddie Constantine** as *Alojz*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the premise of Frankenstein's Aunt?
The show follows Aunt Hannah as she arrives at the Frankenstein family estate to find a bride for her nephew, mixing comedy with classic monster elements.

### Q: How many episodes are in the miniseries?
It consists of seven episodes.

### Q: Who wrote the original novels the series is based on?
The novels were written by Allan Rune Pettersson.

### Q: What genre blend does the series feature?
It combines sci‑fi/fantasy with comedy, serving as a humorous homage to Universal Horror Frankenstein films.

### Q: Is the series suitable for younger viewers?
Its tone is lighthearted and mildly spooky, making it appropriate for most age groups.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Frankenstein's Aunt — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/2114)
- [Frankenstein's Aunt (TV Series 1987) — The Movie Database (TMDB…](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/2114-frankenstein-s-aunt)
- [Frankenstein's Aunt (TV series) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frankenstein%27s_Aunt_(TV_series))
- [Frankenstein's Great Aunt Tillie (1984) | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/film/26230-frankenstein-s-great-aunt-tillie/prehled/)
- [Frankenstein's Great Aunt Tillie (1984)](https://www.sms.cz/film/frankenstein-s-great-aunt-tillie)

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