Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein debuted on Netflix with nearly 30 million views in just three days, climbing to the #1 spot in 85 countries, including the U.S. But the acclaimed filmmaker isn’t new to Netflix success. The platform already hosts several of his most distinctive works — from dark fantasies to Oscar-winning masterpieces — each showcasing his unmistakable vision and love for the surreal. Below, discover the best del Toro films now streaming, complete with plot details and trailers.
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Guillermo del Toro’s Cabinet of Curiosities
This is actually an anthology horror series curated by Guillermo del Toro and composed of eight standalone episodes that explore fantastic, unsettling, and supernatural “curiosities”: each episode tells a distinct story, directed by different filmmakers selected by del Toro himself, and the idea is to present “narrative objects” (traumas, monsters, obsessions) as if they come from a cabinet of curiosities. If you enjoy visionary horror, gothic mixed with grotesque, and del Toro’s distinctive stylistic touch, here you’ll find an elegant and alternative manifestation of his imagination. According to Netflix policies, this title is for adults (TV-MA) due to the intensity of its content.
Pinocchio
Oscar winner for Best Animated Feature of 2023. The famous story is set during the First World War and then moves to the dark era of the fascist dictatorship. Here, Gideon (Lucignolo) is the son of the local mayor, and even Benito Mussolini makes an appearance in the story. The tale begins when the woodcarver Geppetto loses his beloved and only son, Carlo, due to an Austro-Hungarian aerial bombing during the Great War. Already a widower, Geppetto spends twenty years in sadness and solitude until one night, completely drunk, he dedicates himself to crafting a wooden puppet.
Trollhunters: Tales of Arcadia
James “Jim” Lake Jr., an ordinary boy living in the town of Arcadia Oaks, discovers a mysterious amulet that chooses him to become the first human “Trollhunter”. His task: to protect both humans and trolls from ancient and hidden dangers. The series blends mystery, friendship, adventure, and supernatural worlds hidden behind what seems a quiet suburb. Quality animation, epic adventure for all ages, and del Toro’s imprint is noticeable in the world-building and the mythos.
3 Below: Tales of Arcadia
Second chapter of the “Tales of Arcadia” trilogy. Two young alien princes (and their guardian) flee from a threatened home planet and crash on Earth, where they try to hide among humans while an intergalactic gang hunts them. It’s a mix of science fiction, adapting to human life, and adventurous escape. Perfect if you like the animated development of the Arcadia saga, which expands and diversifies the universe created by del Toro.
Wizards: Tales of Arcadia
The third chapter of the “Tales of Arcadia” saga. After previous events, apprentice wizard Hisirdoux “Douxie” Casperan — who has served the legendary Merlin for centuries — must gather Arcadia’s heroes and travel back in time to 12th-century Camelot. There, the origins of the Trollhunter’s amulet are revealed, Morgana’s transformation into “The Pale Lady” occurs, and they face a threat endangering not only the human world but also the magical and troll realms. The film concludes the trilogy with epic and magical tones, blending classical mythology with a contemporary and fantastic story.
Guillermo del Toro’s cinema has always carried the pulse of Latin America, and that influence runs deep across today’s streaming landscape. If you want to explore more stories born from that same creative ground, dive into our Mexico tag for standout films and series. And don’t miss I’m No Longer Here, a Mexican immigration drama that blends music, identity, and exile, nominated for the Academy Awards.
