Created in 1935

1935 was a quiet year for new heroes — but it delivered one unforgettable icon. Bride of Frankenstein stepped onto the cinematic stage and instantly became one of horror’s most striking, enduring figures.. This page lists the 1935 creations entering the U.S. public domain in 2031 — and any already there.

Entering the Public Domain in 2031 (Created in 1935)

Bride of Frankenstein
Bride of Frankenstein, created in the Universal film of the same name will enter the public domain on January 1, 2031.
Image: Publicity photo from Bride of Frankenstein, 1935.
For illustration purposes.

Already in the Public Domain (Created in 1935)

None at this time.

1935: Context & Fun Facts

• She appears on screen for less than five minutes — and stole the entire film.
  Elsa Lanchester’s electric performance (and that hair) became more iconic than many full-length roles of the decade.
• She wasn’t in Mary Shelley’s novel.
  The Bride was a Universal Pictures invention, created entirely for the 1935 sequel — yet she’s now one of the most recognizable figures in Gothic horror.
• Her design inspired generations of creators.
  From comic books to music videos to Halloween costumes, the Bride’s stitched dress and lightning-bolt hairstyle are a visual language all their own.