As its name suggests, the castle is the residence of the infamous vampire known as Dracula. He wears a black tuxedo with a black cape and the inside of his cape is fuschia-purple along with black dress shoes. This series follows Dracula from his origins in Eastern Europe to his battles with Van Helsing's descendants and beyond. Professor Abraham Van Helsing is one of the main characters in the novel Dracula by Bram Stoker. Count Vlad Tepes Dracula is the primary antagonist of the Castlevania/Akumajo Dracula video game franchise. Dracula kills Harker, who immediately revives and throws himself into the river. "I'm reading it. It is based on the novel of the same name by Bram Stoker with a screenplay by Leigh Whannell. They also appeared in Hollywood during 2018 in the Universal Monsters: Music by Slash maze. They appeared in a couple of events at Halloween Horror Nights Orlando. [31] On Rotten Tomatoes, the series garnered a 70% approval and an average rating of 7.2/10 from 54 critic reviews. It is based on the novel of the same name by Bram Stoker with a screenplay by Leigh Whannell. The two share an epiphany in the sunlight. Dracula is a 2025 American gothic horror fantasy film produced and directed by Tim Burton and co-produced by Jason Blum, Russell Crowe and Johnny Depp. As the ship approaches Whitby, Dracula, who had been hiding on the ship, miraculously re-emerges. Zoe, dying of cancer, begins to merge with Agatha's personality. He's killing them, not dating them. Claes Bang was set to star as the eponymous Dracula in November 2018. [9] According to the writers, Dracula in their version is "the hero of his own story" – the central focus of the narrative and main character, rather than a shadowy villain for more traditional heroes to overcome. Count Dracula is the primary antagonist of Bram Stoker's famous novel,Dracula.Dracula is the original vampire, as well as being one of the most famous villains in all of fiction. Dracula (TV Mini-Series 2020) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. It’s 1897 and St Mary's Convent, Budapest plays host to a desiccated husk of a human being, Jonathan Harker; an English lawyer with a strange and unsettling story to tell. Marvel’s Pull List, Ryan & Tucker discuss new comics all set in different locations! He also has quite a long face. What do you think? After a verbal confrontation with Van Helsing, Dracula finds Harker, who is still undead, and addresses him through an open window. He's the main villain of the movie "The Batman vs. Dracula". Count Vladislaus Dracula is another version of the Dracula character in the 2004 Van Helsing film. After the surviving humans manage to set him on fire, Dracula throws himself into the sea. When Dracula first came in contact with Mary and she started screaming in her sleep, Lucy heard her screams, came to her and woke her up. Villains from Young Dracula, excluding those who were briefly villainous or drugged. It soon becomes clear that h… Explore properties. Director Stephen Sommers scored a cult hit with slimy monster b-movie Deep Rising in 1997, but it was his remake of The Mummy that made his career. He is based on thecharacterfrom the Bram Stoker novel. After almost attacking Mina, Harker tries to kill himself with a stake. Van Helsing owns an antique shop in London. The surviving passengers and crew search for the killer and discover an emaciated Agatha Van Helsing in one of the cabins. He is a former Holy Knight who renounced God following the Death of his wife and became the Lord of Darkness, the … Invited to Transylvania to meet the reclusive Count Dracula, Harker finds himself trapped in an ancient, terrifying castle, a maze of mouldering corridors and vaults: a prison without locks. [27] The official trailer was released by the BBC on 13 December 2019, while Netflix showed the second teaser on the same day. It was created by Mark Gatiss and Steven Moffat.It premiered as a three-episode mini-series in the United Kingdom on January 1st, 2020, with episodes 2 and 3 airing on consecutive nights.The show was simultaneously made available for instant streaming on Netflix. She lived in New Orleans, she and Mary worked together and lived in the same house. Created by Mark Gatiss, Steven Moffat. 11 Votes in Poll. Don't tell me the end." He's the main villain of the movie "The Batman vs. Dracula". In 1897 Transylvania, the blood-drinking Count draws his plans against Victorian London. Iron Fist (Danny Rand) 3. Jonathan Harker travels to Count Dracula's castle in Transylvania to assist with a property purchase in England. He is questioned by Sister Agatha Van Helsing, accompanied by his fiancée, Mina. However, he contacts a lawyer who threatens to expose their illegal operations, and he is released. Netflix and BBC’s Dracula show from Steven Moffat and Mark Gatiss is structured like Sherlock — and by the end, it’s as frustrating as that series. Dracula is a live-action British television series of the supernatural thriller, period drama, and vampire fiction genres. Winter Soldier (Bucky Barnes) (Main story and flashback) 6. Count Dracula (Bram Stoker) Count Dracula (his first name is never disclosed) is the titular main antagonist of the 1897 legendary horror novel Dracula by the late author Bram Stoker. [30], The series was met with positive reviews. It provides another interpretation of the Dracula character, who is portrayed by actor Claes Bang. Count Dracula or Dracula is the titular antagonist of Bram Stoker’s novel, Dracula, and has been universally recognized as the archetype of the vampire. All future spinoffs of the character would be based on Bram Stoker's creation, which may have been based on a real historical figure (see "Count Dracula, by Bram Stoker"). His sole purpose is to exterminate mankind. 1 History 2 Powers and Abilities 3 Weaknesses 4 Appearances 4.1 Movies 4.2 The Batman Strikes! Explaining that the undead cannot kill themselves, he promises to end Harker's existence in return for an invitation inside. Dracula becomes infatuated by Lucy Westenra, a young socialite who does not fear him, and plans to make her his bride. Dracula is a recurrent villain in many different stories from books, movies and such. Dracula is a passenger on the Demeter, which has been chartered to sail to England by a mysterious figure named Balaur. Misty Knight (Joins the Ravencroft Institute staff) Supporting Characters: 1. It carries other passengers, all of whom have a connection to Balaur, and cargo which includes boxes of soil from Transylvania. [14] In April, Jonathan Aris, Sacha Dhawan, Nathan Stewart-Jarrett, Catherine Schell, Youssef Kerkour and Clive Russell joined the cast with Jonny Campbell, Damon Thomas and Paul McGuigan announced as directors. [7] In October 2018, the series was officially commissioned by the BBC, to air on BBC One and Netflix. Zoe drinks Dracula's blood and begins to experience Sister Agatha's memories. Listening in is the kind and inquisitive Sister Agatha, a nun with a more-than-ordinary-interest in the creatures of the night. [29] The billboards won a number of awards and £100,000 worth of media space for the creators at the 2020 Outdoor Media Awards organised by Clear Channel UK in partnership with Campaign. Dracula (Vlad Dracula III) was the King of Vampires, who was based on Bram Stoker's iconic character and a small bit of Bela Lugosi's portrayal in the 1930's. Van Helsing is a messy blockbuster that united three iconic movie monsters, but Dracula's Brides remain its most compelling villains. Dracula, drawn by Harker's presence, arrives at the convent but is unable to enter without an invitation. Dracula premiered on 1 January 2020 and was broadcast over three consecutive days. Claes Bang stars as the title character. The people feared the Belmonts' "super-human" power and drove them out of the land, but with Dracula about to swallow Europe in darkness, they are left with no choi… Be the first! The following versions of Dracula are the irredeemably evil versions. The Dracula Brides are the brides of Count Dracula. [15], Moffat revealed filming on the series had begun on 4 March 2019. Dracula should be on Villains.com? | Marvel’s Pull List. Harker agrees and Dracula enters, killing all the nuns except Van Helsing and Mina, whom he corners in a basement. He's drinking their blood. Allow me to introduce myself. Count Dracula is the titular main antagonist of the 1897 book, Dracula and it's film adaptations. Dracula is a British television mini-series developed by Mark Gatiss and Steven Moffat that is set for broadcast and release on BBC One and Netflix, consisting of three episodes. Solina was the secretary to Matthew Van Helsing (Christopher Plummer), the descendant of the 19th century Dutch doctor Abraham Van Helsing. [21] The documentary In Search of Dracula, with Mark Gatiss exploring the legacy of the famous Count, aired alongside the series on BBC Two on 3 January. He has conditioned himself to believe the legends as they allowed him to hide himself from the society that he feels unworthy of. Lucy, now undead, also arrives but is horrified at what she has become, and is killed at her own request. [24][25][26], The first teaser trailer for the series premiered on 27 October 2019. He first appeared in the famous 1897 novel by Bram Stoker titled Dracula. Zoe explains that Dracula fears death above all and is greatly ashamed of this. DRACULA vs CAPTAIN AMERICA?! Take your favorite fandoms with you and never miss a beat. The project had languished in development hell for years prior, where horror legends like Clive Barker and … Development on Dracula began in June 2017, with Mark Gatiss and Steven Moffat reuniting to write the episodes. The Dracula legend transforms with new tales that flesh out the vampire's gory crimes - and bring his vulnerability into the light. He tries to feed on her, but her blood makes him vomit. The website's critical consensus reads, "A delicious blend of horror and humor that more-or-less balances modern sensibilities and the character's beloved legacy, Dracula is a frighteningly fun — if not always faithful — time. Dracula emerges from his coffin and surfaces on Whitby beach. Count Dracula is an ancient vampire and has appeared in media ranging from films, television, books, and games. Solina (Jennifer Esposito) is a minor antagonist in the 2000 film "Dracula 2000". "[2][3], Development on Dracula began in June 2017, with Mark Gatiss and Steven Moffat reuniting to write the episodes. Count Dracula, or simply just Dracula, is the protagonistof the Hotel Transylvaniafranchise. During World War II, Dracula and Captain America teamed up against Red Skull and HYDRA when the organization invaded Transylvania. He is a centuries old vampire who preys on innocent young women, such as Mina Harker and Lucy Westenra. [19], Dracula premiered on BBC One on 1 January 2020, and was broadcast over three consecutive days. —Sara Lance and Mick Rory[src] Dracula is a fictional character in Bram Stoker's novel Dracula, a staple of the vampire depiction. With Claes Bang, Dolly Wells, Morfydd Clark, Jonathan Aris. It transpires that Dracula was Balaur and carefully selected his fellow passengers to prepare for his entrance into English society. He is centuries old and unlike most Eastern European vampires, who are corpes-like in appearance, Dracula is charming and aristrocratic. He is primarily opposed by the Belmont clan of vampire hunters. Dracula premiered January 1, 2020, and was broadcast over three consecutive days. [11], Moffat made a point about Dracula's sexuality in their show (since it is insinuated that Dracula has sex with Jonathan Harker, the solicitor sent to his lair in Transylvania), saying that it is not correct to describe Dracula as bisexual: "He's bi-homicidal, it's not the same thing. Dracula is a vampire who serves as the dark lord of a haunted castlein Transylvania, commanding an army of monsters to this end. With Claes Bang, Dolly Wells, Morfydd Clark, Jonathan Aris. Vampiric Evil Incarnate. [17][18] Filming was completed on 1 August 2019. He is imprisoned in a laboratory for study, and his blood is sampled. The Belmont Clan of vampire hunters, once exiled from Wallachia, is beseeched by the Church for help, as their own armies have met with defeat. The most famous Dracula is the one from Bram Stoker's novel and the one from the game Castlevania. He was an elderly European scholar who had delved into "occult" matters sufficiently to offer some assistance when the affliction of vampirism first appeared in England in the late 19th century. Castle Dracula is the name attributed to any number of Eastern European fortresses located within the borders of Romania, Transylvania and Wallachia. This version, called Vlad Dracula III, is featured in the animated movie "The Batman vs. Dracula", one of the best shots villains in Batman franchise. This page was last edited on 25 January 2021, at 13:26. Solina was the secretary to Matthew Van Helsing (Christopher Plummer), the descendant of the 19th century Dutch doctor Abraham Van Helsing. Claes BangJohn HeffernanDolly WellsJoanna ScanlanMorfydd ClarkLujza RichterMark Gatiss. "[32] Metacritic assigned the series a score of 75 out of 100, based on 8 reviews, signifying "generally favorable reviews". Vlad Dracula is the supreme ruler and the world's most powerful vampire. Van Helsing owns an antique shop in London. Dracula is a drama-horror television series developed by Mark Gatiss and Steven Moffat, based on the 1897 novel of the same name by Bram Stoker. 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[20] The three episodes were released on Netflix on 4 January 2020. In the movie Nadja, he was played by the late Rutger Hauer. Dracula is a live-action British television series of the supernatural thriller, period drama, and vampire fiction genres. [10] As with their TV series Sherlock, they aimed to make their version of Dracula both faithful and faithless at the same time, taking details from the original novel, adding "a lot of new stuff" [that was not in the novel] and ignoring some passages from it. Over the years, various media have created their own versions of the iconic vampire. Captain America (Steve Rogers) (Only in flashback) Antagonists: 1. He is a major conflict in the Non Disney Villains Tournament. Some retain some of their humanity and Dracula describes them as brides. [21] The second trailer was released on 3 January 2020. Count Dracula is the primary antagonist of Bram Stoker's famous novel,Dracula.Dracula is the original vampire, as well as being one of the most famous villains in all of fiction. [16] Filming took place at Orava Castle, Banská Štiavnica and Zuberec in Slovakia and at Bray Studios in Berkshire. He is a centuries old vampire who preys on innocent young women, such as Mina Harker and Lucy Westenra. "[12] He also added: "He's not actually having sex with anyone. Zoe travels to Dracula's London home. Dracula has pale skin, blue eyes, pointy ears, pointy teeth and short black hair that is slicked back on his head. Dracula, however, manages to seal himself inside a coffin filled with his native soil as the ship sinks. [1] Netflix's description reads: "The Count Dracula legend transforms with new tales that flesh out the vampire's gory crimes—and bring his vulnerability into the light. 1 History 2 Powers and Abilities 3 Weaknesses 4 Appearances 4.1 Movies 4.2 The Batman Strikes! The following versions of Dracula are the irredeemably evil versions. Count Dracula or Dracula is the titular antagonist of Bram Stoker’s novel, Dracula, and has been universally recognized as the archetype of the vampire. Count Dracula is the titular main antagonist of the 1897 book, Dracula and it's film adaptations. "[13], In February 2019, John Heffernan, Dolly Wells, Joanna Scanlan, Morfydd Clark and Lujza Richter joined the cast, with Gatiss also set to appear in the series. With is sidekick Carl Van Helsing heads to Transylvania to help Anna Valerous fight against snarling Werewolves, the monstrous Frankenstein Monster, Count Dracula's three evil vampire brides, and the master of all evil himself, the dark lord of vampires, Count Dracula. The Dracula legend transforms with new tales that flesh out the vampire's gory crimes - and bring his vulnerability into the light. Jonas Ravencroft (Death) (Only in flashback) 7. It was created by Mark Gatiss and Steven Moffat.It premiered as a three-episode mini-series in the United Kingdom on January 1st, 2020, with episodes 2 and 3 airing on consecutive nights.The show was simultaneously made available for instant streaming on Netflix. Dracula Wiki is a FANDOM Movies Community. Yes. Dracula. [8] Claes Bang was set to star as the eponymous Dracula in November 2018. Dracula is portrayed by Gary Oldman Unlike many previous film adaptations, Dracula is depicted closely to Bram Stoker's inspiration to the book, the life Vlad the Impaler, the infamous warrior turned ruler who impaled many of his enemies. [22][23] The overnight ratings for the three episodes were 3.60 million, 2.85 million, and 2.70 million respectively. He has a variety of magic at his disposal, such as teleportation, conjuring projectiles, and transforming into different beasts, which frequently occurs as he nears defeat. Count Dracula, or just Dracula, born as Judas Iscariot, is the titular main antagonist of Wes Craven's Dracula Trilogy. He has been featured in hundreds of film and animated depictions of the character, being portrayed by actors as various as Max Schreck, Bela Lugosi, Christopher Lee, and Gary Oldman. Man-Wolf (John Jameson) 2. Though the Belmonts and other heroes repeatedly kill him, Dracula typically revives alongside his castle once every century, though his follower… Over the years, various media have created their own versions of the iconic vampire. In 1897 Transylvania, the blood-drinking Count draws his plans against Victorian London. 0. 12/17/2020 in General. Fandom; Gamepedia; ... Hotel Transylvania Wiki is a FANDOM Movies Community. As with their TV series Dracula transforms into a bat to evade the shield before slamming Captain America to the ground, Captain America smirking as the shield rebounds and strikes Dracula in the back of the head. According to the writers, Dracula in their version is "the hero of his own story" – the central focus of the narrative and main character, rather than a shadowy villain for more traditional heroes to overcome. Featured Characters: 1. Zoe dies and Dracula drinks her poisoned blood. Lucy Westerman (Colleen Ann Fitzpatrick) is a minor antagonist in the 2000 film "Dracula 2000". 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He is the arch enemy of Gabriel Van Helsing in the film, and his main goal throughout the film is to bring life to his Vampire Children. Mister Fantastic (Reed Richards) 2. Solina (Jennifer Esposito) is a minor antagonist in the 2000 film "Dracula 2000". He also wears a gold ring with a red jewel on his left hand. Lucy was a college student. The year is 1476 and Count Draculahas begun ravaging Europe with an army of monsters. Luke Cage 4. Dracula is the title character of the 1992 film Bram Stroker's Dracula. Harker searches the castle, and discovers various undead, all of whom were bitten by Dracula. Remarking that while he may just be a man he knows a thing or two about strategy, Captain America pins Dracula only to be hauled off by the Blood Baron. Count Dracula is one of the many film adaptations of the well horror novel "Dracula". Dracula battles Captain America in RUINS OF RAVENCROFT: DRACULA #1, Namor & Amadeus Cho in ATLANTIS ATTACKS #1, and Rogue & Gambit in EXCALIBUR #6! Baron Blood … Dracula is the main antagonist from Marvel Comicsand the king of the vampires. He has been featured in hundreds of film and animated depictions of the character, being portrayed by actors as various as Max Schreck, Bela Lugosi, Christopher Lee, and Gary Oldman. He is the protagonist of Hotel Transylvania and Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation and the deuteragonist of Hotel Transylvania 2. Count Dracula is a famous vampire who first appeared as the titular main antagonist in Bram Stoker's 1897 novel Dracula. Dracula is an 1897 Gothic horror novel by Irish author Bram Stoker.It introduced the character of Count Dracula and established many conventions of subsequent vampire fantasy. "That's from Dracula." Some time later Harker is found in the sea and taken to a convent but his memories are impaired. Béla Ferenc Dezső Blaskó (Hungarian: [ˈbeːlɒ ˈfɛrɛnt͡s ˈdɛʒøː ˈblɒʃkoː]; 20 October 1882 – 16 August 1956), known professionally as Bela Lugosi (/ l ə ˈ ɡ oʊ s i /; Hungarian: ), was a Hungarian-American actor best remembered for portraying Count Dracula in the 1931 film and for his roles in … The series was broadcast and released on BBC One and Netflix and consists of three episodes. Dracula, who has been slowly draining her during the voyage, attempts to blame Agatha for the killings, but she convinces the others that Dracula is a vampire. During Harker's stay, Dracula feeds on his blood and becomes youthful, while Jonathan becomes increasingly weak. I am Count Vladius Dragula." [28] To mark the series premiere, BBC Creative and Talon Outdoor constructed billboards stabbed with wooden stakes that would cast a shadow of the Count after sunset, and below the billboards was a stake inside a case with the label "In case of vampires - break glass". Agatha distracts him while the captain uses gunpowder to blow up the ship and prevent the vampire from reaching the shore. These billboards were put up on Brixton Road in London and Upper Dean Street in Birmingham . 0. Dracula (Vlad Dracula III) was the King of Vampires, who was based on Bram Stoker's iconic character and a small bit of Bela Lugosi's portrayal in the 1930's. Characters based, modeled, or improvised on the Bram Stocker's original character, Count Dracula. Weapon Plus (Only in flashback) 1.1. Created by Mark Gatiss, Steven Moffat. He is met by Dr Zoe Van Helsing, who tells him that 123 years have passed. Vote. No. Falcon (Sam Wilson) 5. Zoe exposes Dracula to the sunlight, who is unaffected. Actors that played Dracula multiple times, https://dracula.fandom.com/wiki/Dracula_(2020_TV_Series)?oldid=11061, Catherine Schell as Grand Duchess Valeria. Dracula begins to kill passengers and crew, acquiring their memories and traits. Driven by lusts for power, companionship, and blood, his centuries of undead existence have brought him into conflict with vampire hunters, other immortals, and most recently, super-powered heroes. Unwanted (Drawing in main story and origin in flashback) 1.2. In October 2018, the series was officially commissioned by the BBC, to air on BBC One and Netflix. No replies yet. Dracula is a 2025 American gothic horror fantasy film produced and directed by Tim Burton and co-produced by Jason Blum, Russell Crowe and Johnny Depp. - Count Dracula introducing himself.