Guillermo del Toro has a gift for blending the magical with the eerie, creating worlds where even monsters carry a human heart and beauty can be found in the darkest corners. Over the years, his films have cultivated a devoted following, lingering in viewers’ imaginations long after the credits roll. Now, nearly two decades after its original release, one of del Toro’s lesser-seen masterpieces is experiencing a remarkable resurgence.

The renewed interest comes as del Toro’s Frankenstein hype pulls audiences back to his past works.

Guillermo del Toro’s 2006 dark fantasy Pan's Labyrinth is enjoying a major resurgence on streaming platforms, climbing the domestic iTunes charts by five spots as of November 18. The Spanish-language film, according to FlixPatrol, overtook hits like Christopher Nolan’s Interstellar and Now You See Me, while del Toro’s latest release, Frankenstein, continued to dominate Netflix as the number one movie worldwide. The renewed attention on Pan’s Labyrinth comes amid widespread hype for the Oscar Isaac and Jacob Elordi starrer, which has been praised for its emotional depth and artistic vision. 

Pan’s Labyrinth follows young Ofelia, who discovers a mysterious labyrinth and meets a faun claiming she is a lost princess from an underground realm. As she navigates magical tasks, the story intertwines with the harsh realities of post-Civil War Spain, highlighting the brutality of her stepfather, a fascist officer. The film earned around $90 million globally and remains one of the highest-grossing foreign-language hits at the domestic box office. Critically acclaimed, it holds a 95 per cent fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes. The resurgence in the movie’s popularity, as reported by FlixPatrol, meanwhile, also coincides with a special event planned for it.

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To mark its 20th release anniversary, Pan’s Labyrinth will return to theaters, charming viewers on the big screen once again.

As Pan’s Labyrinth nears the milestone in discussion, Deadline earlier this month reported that Cineverse has acquired the rights to it, with plans locked to re-release it in theatres in 2026. Guillermo del Toro praised the partnership, noting Cineverse’s ability to reach wide audiences and reconnect generations who have cherished the film. Pan’s Labyrinth, for the record, won three Oscars for Art Direction, Cinematography, and Makeup, and remains one of the filmmaker’s most celebrated works.

With Pan’s Labyrinth back in the spotlight, Guillermo del Toro’s signature blend of dark fantasy and emotional depth continues to captivate both longtime admirers and new viewers. The film’s resurgence, fueled by the Frankenstein excitement and the upcoming 20th-anniversary theatrical run, underscores the enduring magic of his storytelling. As audiences rediscover Ofelia’s haunting journey, other del Toro classics are also streaming, offering the perfect complement to the Frankenstein craze.

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