Frankenstein's Aunt (1987)

7.6 (5 votes)

1 Season

February 1, 1987

Sci-Fi & Fantasy Comedy

Synopsis

Frankenstein's Aunt is the protagonist of three novels - two by Allan Rune Pettersson and a seven-episode TV miniseries based on the first one. The story is a humorous homage to the Universal Horror Frankenstein films.

Network

ZDF, Československá televize

Episodes

The Birth

Feb 1, 1987

52 min

Baron Frankenstein's nephew Henry cannot stay away from the family tradition. With the help of his assistant Igor, the blood-sucking count Dracula and a host of other eerie residents of his castle, he creates an artificial human

Renovation

Feb 8, 1987

52 min

The blacksmith spreads the rumor that Frankenstein's aunt Hanna only came to sell the castle. This is also heard by the castle residents, who are now trying everything to drive Hanna away.

The Bride

Feb 15, 1987

52 min

Albert has set his mind on finding a bride. After he failed in the castle with his applications for female residents, he tries further in the city.

The Cradle

Feb 22, 1987

52 min

Klara takes care of the injured Albert and causes all kinds of confusion among the castle residents. There are jealous rivalries as everyone tries to win the favor of the human guest.

The Salon Lion

Mar 8, 1987

52 min

The castle residents advise how they can help lovelorn Albert. In order to impress Klara's mother, he should be brought up to be an educated man with good manners.

The Automobile

Mar 15, 1987

52 min

The wedding between Klara and Hans is a done deal. A car is ready as a wedding present. The castle residents see one last chance to help their friend.

The Wedding

Mar 22, 1987

52 min

The wedding bells ring for the marriage of Klara and Albert. All city dwellers are invited to the celebrations. The practiced charmer Count Dracula tries for Klara's mother.