A beloved adaptation of a classic sci-fi story is airing on TV tonight

The adaptation's TV showing is timely, as we'll be getting a new version of the tale in cinemas soon.

This innovative stage version of the story had its premiere in 2011 and starred Benedict Cumberbatch (Sherlock) and Jonny Lee Miller (Trainspotting) in the lead roles.

The plot synopsis from Sky Arts reads: "Childlike in his innocence but grotesque in form, Frankenstein’s bewildered creature is cast out into a hostile universe by his horror-struck maker.

"Met with cruelty wherever he goes, the increasingly desperate and vengeful Creature determines to track down his creator and strike a terrifying deal."

Earning rave reviews upon its premiere, Boyle's stage version of Frankenstein was unique as Cumberbatch and Miller traded roles on different nights, alternating between Dr Victor Frankenstein and his creation.

The version airing on Sky Arts tonight sees Miller as the creature and Cumberbatch as the doctor.

Also part of the production is Naomie Harris (Skyfall), who plays Dr Frankenstein’s betrothed, Elizabeth.

Mary Shelley's novel Frankenstein was recently adapted as a movie by the Oscar-winning director Guillermo del Toro, which is now streaming on Netflix.

That's before director Maggie Gyllenhaal's film The Bride! arrives in theatres in March 2026, which is also inspired by Shelley's novel and stars this year's Irish Oscar hopeful Jessie Buckley, alongside Christian Bale.

As for Danny Boyle's version of Shelley's tale, you can watch it tonight/tomorrow morning on Sky Arts at 3am.

Two recordings of the play, so people can see the two lead actors alternate between playing the creature and Dr Frankenstein, can be found on NOW by searching "National Theatre" on the streaming service.

For JOE's list of the movies also playing on TV tonight, meanwhile, click right here.

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