The Gothic revival is upon us, and Maggie Gyllenhaal is leading the charge with her most ambitious directorial effort yet. Five years after her acclaimed debut THE LOST DAUGHTER established her as a filmmaker to watch, Gyllenhaal returns with THE BRIDE!, a creature feature that promises to breathe new life into Mary Shelley’s immortal creation while exploring entirely uncharted territory in the Frankenstein mythology.
Where countless adaptations have focused on the mad scientist or his monstrous creation, Gyllenhaal’s vision shifts the spotlight to perhaps the most intriguing character of all: the Bride herself. Drawing loose inspiration from James Whale’s 1935 masterpiece BRIDE OF FRANKENSTEIN, this bold reimagining transplants the story to 1930s Chicago, where Frankenstein’s monster seeks out Dr. Euphronious with a desperate request for companionship. The choice of setting is no accident—the Great Depression era provides the perfect backdrop for exploring themes of identity, transformation, and what it means to be human in a world that constantly reshapes itself.
The journey to bring THE BRIDE! to life has been as tumultuous as the story itself. Originally slated for autumn 2025, the film weathered the storm of 2023’s industry-wide strikes, Netflix’s budget concerns, and a studio shuffle that ultimately landed the project at Warner Bros. Yet these delays may have been a blessing in disguise, allowing Gyllenhaal to realize her vision of shooting in New York City and craft what promises to be a more personal, intimate take on the classic tale.
The film’s recently released trailer hints at a story that transcends typical monster movie tropes, suggesting a deeper examination of identity and belonging that resonates with contemporary anxieties. As the Bride awakens to consciousness, her journey of self-discovery mirrors the broader social upheaval of the 1930s, creating a compelling parallel between personal and societal transformation.
With a March 6, 2026 release date now locked in, THE BRIDE! represents more than just another Gothic horror adaptation. It’s Gyllenhaal’s statement that classical literature still has profound things to say about modern life, filtered through the lens of a filmmaker unafraid to challenge both genre conventions and audience expectations. In an era saturated with franchise filmmaking and familiar formulas, THE BRIDE! promises to be that rare creature: something genuinely unexpected.
Monaghan`s own @ardalohanlon is a busy man these days!
Ardal’s new novel A PLOT TO DIE FOR is almost here and Ardal is taking it on the road. Join him live at bookshops and festivals across the UK this May and September.
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THE MUMMY is coming to theaters Fri Apr 17.
Lee Cronin—the visionary behind THE HOLE IN THE GROUND and EVIL DEAD RISE—is back with an audacious, twisted retelling that`s already getting rave reviews. A young girl vanishes for eight years. When she finally returns, what should be a joyful reunion becomes a living nightmare.
Watch trailer now at irishfilmtv.com.
SNL UK IS BACK AND WE`RE LIVING FOR IT 🚨✨
Nicola Coughlan (yes, THAT Nicola Coughlan) is hosting on April 25th with the absolute legends that are @foofighters taking the stage 🎸
DERRY GIRLS fans, BRIDGERTON obsessives, this is your moment!
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Graham Norton is stepping into uncharted territory with THE NEIGHBOURHOOD—an ITV gameshow that`s about to flip the reality TV script entirely.
What happens when you put everyday people in extraordinary circumstances and ask them to compete against their neighbors for serious money?
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17 years old. A trip to Holland. Two Irish lads with big dreams and zero idea what was coming.
That`s where Ciarán Hinds and Liam Neeson bonded—and it changed everything. 🎬
In a beautiful moment on the Late Late Show, Hinds reflected on the power of those formative years—and why family, not accolades, is what truly matters. 💫
Watch now at irishfilmtv.com.
72 hours. One decision. Everything on the line.
Andrew Scott is stepping into one of WWII`s most untold stories in the upcoming film PRESSURE—where a meteorologist`s weather forecast became the most consequential prediction in history.
Watch new trailer at irishfilmtv.com.
🎬 THE YEAR OF ÉANNA HARDWICKE 🎬
From SAIPAN to THE PLAYBOY OF THE WESTERN WORLD to NO ORDINARY HEIST—this is the actor`s defining moment. An IFTA winner. A West End star. Now a desperate man caught in a heist like no other.
In cinemas THIS WEEK: a gripping true story of the infamous Northern Bank robbery. £26.5 million. Two families held hostage. No way out.
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BELFAST`s Jamie Dornan will host SNL UK this weekend.
Dornan, known for his role in FIFTY SHADES OF GREY and THE TOURIST, will front the program alongside Brit-award winning band Wolf Alice.
The show marks the first British incarnation of the sketch series, which was created by Lorne Michaels and first launched in the US in 1975.
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In a brand-new interview, OUTLANDER star/executive producer, Caitríona Balfe, discusses THAT pivotal Season 8, Episode 3 scene where Claire saves a baby.
A must-watch for OUTLANDER fans!
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