Van Helsing (2004)
Hugh Jackman leads the charge against Dracula, werewolves, and Frankenstein's Monster in this gothic action-horror spectacular.
Van Helsing - Movie Information
- Original Title: Van Helsing
- Release Year: 2004
- Directed by: Stephen Sommers
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Horror, Adventure, Action
- Age Rating (US): PG-13
- Runtime: 2h 12m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English, Latin
- Release Date (Theatrical): May 5, 2004 (Austria), May 7, 2004 (United States - PG-13), May 7, 2004 (United Kingdom - 12A), May 6, 2004 (Germany - 12), May 5, 2004 (France - TP), July 2, 2004 (India), May 7, 2004 (New Zealand), May 5, 2004 (Australia - M), May 7, 2004 (Brazil - 14), May 5, 2004 (Mexico - B), May 7, 2004 (Italy - 18+), May 7, 2004 (Spain - 18), June 11, 2004 (South Korea - 15)
- Alternative Titles: Van Helsing (FR), Van Chélsin'nk (GR), Van Helsing (ES), 怪物猎人 (CN), Ван Хелсíнг (UA), Van Helsing: El cazador de monstruos (AR), Ван Хельсинг (RU), 狙魔人 (HK)
- Production Companies: Universal Pictures, The Sommers Company, Stillking Films
- Production Countries: Czech Republic, United States of America
Van Helsing - Plot
Famed monster slayer Gabriel Van Helsing is dispatched to Transylvania to assist the last of the Valerious bloodline in defeating Count Dracula. Anna Valerious reveals that Dracula has formed an unholy alliance with Dr. Frankenstein's monster and is hell-bent on exacting a centuries-old curse on her family.
Van Helsing - Trailer
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Van Helsing - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Stephen Sommers
Main Cast
- Hugh Jackman
- Kate Beckinsale
- Richard Roxburgh
- David Wenham
- Shuler Hensley
- Elena Anaya
- Will Kemp
- Kevin J. O'Connor
- Alun Armstrong
- Silvia Colloca
Writers
- Stephen Sommers
Producers
- Bob Ducsay
- Stephen Sommers
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Is Van Helsing based on a true story or book?
Van Helsing is not based on a true story. The character of Van Helsing originates from Bram Stoker's 1897 novel Dracula, where he appears as a vampire hunter. Stephen Sommers wrote an original screenplay expanding the character into a full action-adventure mythology, incorporating Frankenstein's Monster and other classic creatures.
Who are the main actors in Van Helsing?
Van Helsing stars Hugh Jackman as the titular monster hunter, Kate Beckinsale as Anna Valerious, and Richard Roxburgh as Count Dracula. The supporting cast includes David Wenham as Carl, Shuler Hensley as Frankenstein's Monster, Elena Anaya as Aleera, Kevin J. O'Connor as Igor, and Robbie Coltrane voicing Mr. Hyde.
What is Van Helsing about?
Van Helsing follows legendary monster slayer Gabriel Van Helsing, sent by the Vatican to Transylvania to aid Anna Valerious in breaking a centuries-old family curse. He must confront Count Dracula, who has allied with Frankenstein's Monster, across a gothic, steampunk-infused 19th-century landscape filled with werewolves and vampires.
What is the age rating for Van Helsing?
Van Helsing is rated PG-13 in the United States. The rating reflects the film's intense action sequences, gothic horror imagery, creature violence, and some frightening scenes. It is generally considered suitable for teenagers and older viewers, though younger children may find certain sequences disturbing.
How long is Van Helsing?
Van Helsing has a runtime of 2 hours and 12 minutes (132 minutes). The film packs its runtime with large-scale action set pieces, gothic atmosphere, and an ensemble of classic movie monsters, making it one of the more ambitious blockbusters of the summer 2004 season.
Did Van Helsing win any awards or nominations?
Van Helsing received mixed critical reviews but earned several award nominations in technical and genre categories. It was nominated for Saturn Awards including Best Fantasy Film and Best Costume Design. The film's visual effects and Alan Silvestri's sweeping score were among its most praised technical achievements.
What was Van Helsing's box office performance?
Van Helsing was a significant commercial success, grossing approximately $300 million worldwide against a production budget of $160 million. It opened at number one at the North American box office in May 2004, demonstrating strong audience appetite for the monster-mash action-horror concept despite divided critical opinion.
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