---
title: "Frankenweenie"
year: 1984
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/frankenweenie-1984"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 33914
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 29
community_rating: 7.0
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "PG"
---

# Frankenweenie (1984) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/frankenweenie-1984

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Frankenweenie is a film first released in 1984. Catalogued under Horror, Family, Science Fiction, Comedy. Produced and broadcast by Walt Disney Pictures. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A young boy uses science to bring his beloved pet dog back to life."

### Why Watch
- Features a comic twist on a classic tale
- Showcases an imaginative boy and his loyal dog

### Caveats & Content Note
- The revived dog wreaks havoc and terror in the neighborhood
- The pet is hit by a car
- Tone & Suitability: This film contains horror and comedy elements suitable for a family audience.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: comic, horror, family, science fiction, comedy

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Tim Burton
- **Networks / Studios**: Walt Disney Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Barret Oliver** as *Victor Frankenstein*
- **Shelley Duvall** as *Susan Frankenstein*
- **Daniel Stern** as *Ben Frankenstein*
- **Joseph Maher** as *Mr. Chambers*
- **Roz Braverman** as *Mrs. Epstein*
- **Paul Bartel** as *Mr. Walsh*
- **Sofia Coppola** as *Anne Chambers*
- **Jason Hervey** as *Frank Dale*
- **Paul C. Scott** as *Mike Anderson*
- **Helen Boll** as *Mrs. Curtis*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was the film released?
The film was released on 12/14/1984 in the US.

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
The film has a runtime of 29m.

### Q: What genres are associated with the film?
The genres include Horror, Family, Science Fiction, and Comedy.

### Q: Who is the main character?
The main character is a young boy named Victor who makes home-made monster movies.

### Q: What happens to Victor's pet?
Victor's pet dog Sparky is hit by a car, prompting Victor to bring him back to life.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Frankenweenie — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/33914)
- [Frankenweenie (2012) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1142977/)
- [Frankenweenie (2012 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frankenweenie_(2012_film))
- [Frankenweenie (2012) | Rotten Tomatoes](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/frankenweenie_2012)
- [Frankenweenie | Watch on Disney+](https://www.disneyplus.com/browse/entity-1313be39-85f5-4808-b5b0-d4af93e665e4?msockid=2f61011f7f796099305e16c97ecf613d)
- [Watch Frankenweenie | Netflix](https://www.netflix.com/title/70219496)

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