Guillermo Del Toro, known for his unique style of storytelling, has recently confirmed Christoph Waltz's role in his upcoming adaptation of Mary Shelley’s classic horror, Frankenstein. The reputable actor, Waltz, is joining an already stellar cast that includes Andrew Garfield, Mia Goth, and Oscar Isaac.

Del Toro revealed to Collider that the project, which he had dreamt of bringing to life for half a century, is set to begin shooting in February. The famed director had originally explored the idea of this adaptation back in 2010, and now, it seems, his long-anticipated Frankenstein is about to materialize.

In the past, Del Toro envisioned Doug Jones to portray the iconic Monster. Details about Jones' involvement in the project remain unannounced, however, with Waltz joining the crew, there's much reason for fans to be excited.

Having worked together on Pinocchio, Waltz's collaboration with Del Toro has already shown its potential. The Pinocchio remake was lauded by IGN, achieving a review score of 9/10, as Del Toro's dark and fantastical approach to the classic tale made for a remarkable animated film.

With such promising previews and an impressive ensemble, Frankenstein is certainly something to look out for in the future. For fans eager to read more about it, you can follow IGN's ongoing coverage of how Guillermo Del Toro is shaping his unique Monsters universe.