Dracula
Directed by Luc BessonWhen a 15th-century prince denounces God after the loss of his wife he inherits an eternal curse: he becomes Dracula. Condemned to wander the centuries, he defies fate and death, guided by a single hope - to be reunited with his lost love.
- Darren WebsterSeptember 18, 2025Look, yes, it's another retelling and it takes inspiration from what's come before, but lest ye forget, what's come before was based off the book as is this and it's done quite well. Luc took some agency with the story we all know all too well at this point and had some fun with it. Honestly, this was absolutely fantastic work by Luc and the entire cast. While there ahs alwasy been a theme of love within the story of Dracula, nobody has taken the time to really make it into a full fledged love story. This does that, if not a bit dark and brooding. Even if you've seein every film that's come before this one, it's still 100% worth taking the time to watch this re-telling.
- trrsMay 11, 2026This is a interesting story because on one had you got a bit of the historical figure vlad the impaler mixed in with Dracula who’s fictional. However this movie in particular seems to have a problem trying to balance both in some instances. It’s not a terrible movie but it focuses more on the romance as opposed to the mechanics of how Dracula came to be. Knowing that it’s suppose to be a romance I’d forgive it a bit however I do feel like you do need to see some more backstory of how Dracula came to better understand his internal struggles which this movie sorta lacks. Bottom line it’s a good movie overall just not an excellent movie. Worth watching but sadly nothing to add to a rotation of movies to revisit. 3 1/2 out of 5
- ElliApril 16, 2026Yet another Dracula movie however this one didn't seem to know if they were focusing on Vlad Il Dracul (Vlad the Dragon) who was the father of Vlad the Impaler or Dracula himself. They gave stories about them both in this movie about obsession rather than romance. Still a rather okay movie despite it.
- HakihikoApril 15, 2026Flawed but Ultimately Entertaining "Dracula" is the kind of film that ends up being more enjoyable than its production values might initially suggest. It is clearly uneven and far from reaching its full potential, yet there is something about its atmosphere and overall tone that still makes it a satisfying watch. I went in with moderate expectations, and in the end I found myself liking it more than I thought I would. The performances are good and very committed, which helps the film more than anything else. The cast brings enough conviction to make the emotional and dramatic moments work better than they probably should. Even when the material feels shaky, there is a genuine effort on screen that keeps things engaging. Visually, the film has some genuinely striking moments, especially when it leans into its darker and more gothic atmosphere. There are scenes that feel stylish and evocative, and the soundtrack supports that mood very well, helping create a sense of immersion even when the production feels inconsistent. The script is where most of its weaknesses show. The pacing can feel uneven, and some ideas are either underdeveloped or too familiar to leave a strong impact. It never quite reaches the dramatic weight it seems to be aiming for, which keeps it from becoming something more memorable. That lack of consistency is what holds it back the most. There is a sense that the film could have done more with its atmosphere and ideas, but too often it settles for something more surface level than it should. Even so, it remains more enjoyable than expected. Despite its flaws, it has enough mood, commitment, and entertainment value to make the experience worthwhile, even if it feels like a film that could have been much better.
Dracula Trivia
Dracula was released on July 30, 2025.
Dracula was directed by Luc Besson.
Dracula has a runtime of 2h 9m.
Dracula was produced by Luc Besson, Virginie Besson-Silla.
When a 15th-century prince denounces God after the loss of his wife he inherits an eternal curse: he becomes Dracula. Condemned to wander the centuries, he defies fate and death, guided by a single hope - to be reunited with his lost love.
The key characters in Dracula are Vlad / Dracula (Caleb Landry Jones), Elisabeta / Mina (Zoë Bleu Sidel), Priest (Christoph Waltz).
Dracula is rated R.
Dracula is a Fantasy, Horror, Romance film.
Dracula has an audience rating of 8.2 out of 10.
Dracula had a budget of $52M.
Dracula has made $42.4M at the box office.