Dracula (2020)
Mark Gatiss and Steven Moffat reimagine Bram Stoker's immortal vampire in a darkly witty, feature-length BBC miniseries starring Claes Bang.
Dracula - Series Information
- Original Title: Dracula
- First Air Year: 2020
- Last Air Year: 2020
- Created by: Mark Gatiss, Steven Moffat et al.
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Drama, Action, Adventure
- Content Rating (US): TV-MA
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 90 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 1
- Number of Episodes: 3
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English, German, Romanian
- First Air Date: January 1, 2020 (United States - TV-MA), January 1, 2020 (United Kingdom - 15), January 1, 2020 (Germany - 16), January 1, 2020 (Brazil - 16), January 1, 2020 (Spain - 16), January 1, 2020 (South Korea - 15)
- Networks: BBC One
- Alternative Titles: Drácula: Minissérie (BR), Dracula (CA), Dracula (FR)
- Production Companies: Hartswood Films, BBC
- Production Countries: United Kingdom
Dracula - Plot
Transylvania, 1897. The blood-drinking Count Dracula is drawing his plans against Victorian London. And be warned: the dead travel fast.
Dracula - Trailer
Watch the official trailer and see the Count's dark reign begin:
Bloody legend.
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Dracula - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Mark Gatiss
- Steven Moffat
Main Cast
- Morfydd Clark
- Lydia West
- Claes Bang
- John Heffernan
- Joanna Scanlan
- Dolly Wells
- Mark Gatiss
- Lujza Richter
- Petra Dubayová
- Jonathan Aris
Writers
- Steven Moffat
- Mark Gatiss
Executive Producers
- Sue Vertue
- Mark Gatiss
- Steven Moffat
Dracula - FAQs
Who plays Count Dracula in the 2020 BBC series?
Danish-Swedish actor Claes Bang plays Count Dracula in the 2020 BBC miniseries. His portrayal is widely praised for blending menace with dark wit and charisma, offering a fresh and commanding interpretation of Bram Stoker's iconic vampire that distinguishes itself from previous adaptations.
Where can you stream Dracula (2020)?
Dracula (2020) is available to stream on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. It can also be purchased digitally on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. Availability may vary depending on your region.
Is Dracula (2020) based on a true story?
Dracula (2020) is not based on a true story. It is a reimagining of Bram Stoker's classic 1897 Gothic novel Dracula. Creators Mark Gatiss and Steven Moffat adapted the source material with a modern sensibility, introducing new narrative twists while honoring the spirit of the original.
Why does the ending of Dracula (2020) divide viewers?
The third episode makes a dramatic leap to the present day, abandoning the Victorian setting entirely. Many viewers felt this tonal shift was jarring and that the contemporary storyline failed to deliver a satisfying conclusion. The finale remains one of the most debated aspects of the miniseries among fans and critics alike.
How many episodes does Dracula (2020) have?
Dracula (2020) consists of 3 feature-length episodes, each running approximately 90 minutes. The miniseries aired on BBC One and was structured as a three-part event, with each episode functioning almost as a self-contained story within the broader narrative arc.
Who created and wrote the BBC Dracula miniseries?
The BBC Dracula miniseries was created and written by Mark Gatiss and Steven Moffat, the duo previously known for Sherlock. The series was executive produced by Sue Vertue, Mark Gatiss, and Steven Moffat, and produced by Hartswood Films in association with BBC and Netflix.
What is the role of Sister Agatha van Helsing in Dracula?
Sister Agatha van Helsing, played by Dolly Wells, is a sharp-witted nun and the series' primary intellectual adversary to Dracula. A reimagining of the classic Van Helsing character, she confronts the Count with logic, faith, and fearlessness, and her dynamic with Claes Bang's Dracula is widely considered a highlight of the miniseries.
How was Dracula (2020) received by critics?
Critical reception was mixed overall. The first two episodes earned strong praise for their wit, atmosphere, and performances — particularly from Claes Bang and Dolly Wells. However, the contemporary-set third episode drew significant criticism for its tonal inconsistency, pulling down the series' overall scores on Rotten Tomatoes and IMDb.
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