In Search of the Real Frankenstein (2006)

10/26/2006 (US) • Horror, Documentary • 50m

Overview

Long before Mary Shelley wrote her famous story of Victor Frankenstein and his monster, a real-life mad scientist called Johann Konrad Dipple dabbled in similar grave-robbing and reanimation. This History Channel special uncovers Dipple's eager experiments with fresh corpses, as well as his attempts to concoct life-giving potions.

In Search of the Real Frankenstein (2006)

10/26/2006 (US) • 50m

Horror, Documentary

Overview

Long before Mary Shelley wrote her famous story of Victor Frankenstein and his monster, a real-life mad scientist called Johann Konrad Dipple dabbled in similar grave-robbing and reanimation. This History Channel special uncovers Dipple's eager experiments with fresh corpses, as well as his attempts to concoct life-giving potions.

Top Billed Cast

Rodd Houston

Narrator

Aonghus Weber

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

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Revenue

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Keywords

frankenstein

history

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