Here's A First Look At Christian Bale In Maggie Gyllenhaal's Frankenstein Film "The Bride," And The Makeup Department Deserves An Immediate Raise

You seriously need to see these first-look photos for the film,The Bride.

However, her creators must grapple with her desire for romance and involvement in igniting a social movement.

Starring alongside Jessie isChristian Bale, as Frankenstein’s Monster.

Here’s Jessie as The Bride.

The dark lighting, close-up shot, and the splotches (is it ink?)

on her face make clear this will likely be a very brooding and intriguing film.

And here’s Christian as Frank, with the character’s signature deep scar across his forehead.

In typicalChristian Balefashion, he’s nearly unrecognizable in his latest role.

According toDeadline, Annette Benning, Penelope Cruz, andPeter Sarsgaardwill appear in the film.

Just last week,Deadlinealso reported thatJulianne Houghjoined the cast too.

As didJessica Chastain,Kirsten Dunst, and Ariana Debose.

According toVariety, the film will hit theaters in October 2025.

We’ll update as more info is announced.

BuzzFeed reached out to Warner Bros. for confirmation of the film’s cast and release date.