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Movie Info & Cast

Director:

Stephen Sommers

Producer:

Bob Ducsay

Release Date:

May 7, 2004

Runtime:

2hr 11m

Synopsis

The famed monster hunter is sent to Transylvania to stop Count Dracula, who is using Dr. Frankenstein's research and a werewolf for nefarious purposes.

Cast

  • Hugh Jackman
  • Kate Beckinsale
  • Richard Roxburgh
  • David Wenham
  • Shuler Hensley
  • Elena Anaya
  • Will Kemp
  • Kevin J. O'Connor
  • Alun Armstrong
  • Silvia Colloca

Letterboxd User Reviews

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2.9
  • Jun 24, 2020

    I've never seen a movie that looks so expensive also look so shitty

    2.9K Likes
    Patrick Willems
    Patrick Willems
    Sep 3, 2017

    dracula's earring reblog if you agree

    1.7K Likes
    vi
    vi
    Sep 12, 2022

    I dunno man, the CGI is dreadful but there’s lots of massive castles and laboratories, all brought to life with beautifully designed practical sets. Has plenty of lightning, shadows, and cobwebs for optimal spooky atmosphere. Everyone’s hot and has fabulous hair. What do…

    1.2K Likes
    Bryan Espitia
    Bryan Espitia
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    Jun 11, 2016

    dream job: bride of Dracula tbh

    1.1K Likes
    caitlin
    caitlin
    Feb 14, 2022

    This film is fun, you guys are just mean

    1.1K Likes
    dayness
    dayness
    Aug 6, 2019

    why must a movie be "good"? is it not enough that hugh jackman wears a cowboy hat and looks fine as hell

    848 Likes
    ames
    ames
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    Sep 19, 2021

    The horniest movie I’ve ever seen

    828 Likes
    grace spelman
    grace spelman
    Oct 2, 2018

    extremely unfair that i'm not being invited to masquerade balls every weekend

    792 Likes
    vi
    vi
    Jun 27, 2019

    Why does Count Dracula have umpa lumpas?

    741 Likes
    Sofia
    Sofia
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Top Reviews
  • Gibby
    Gibby liked
    Van Helsing

    Good but how tf did she die at the end there was no blood or anything just boom she’s dead

    1 😂 2 2Y
    Pihla Reini
    Pihla Reini is "meh" on
    Van Helsing

    Could’ve been so much shorter…a bit unnecessary

    1 🔥 2 2Y
    Emily Morigan
    Emily Morigan loved
    Van Helsing

    It's so bad it's already good. There are a lot of things messed up with this film but Hugh Jackman and Richard Roxburgh make it all worth it. That Vlad Dracula was spectacular in his ridiculous glory.

    🔥 2 3Y
  • Ashley Griffin
    Ashley Griffin loved
    Van Helsing

    Don’t know why people say it’s a bad film. I liked it, maybe it’s nostalgia for me 🤣

    1 🤔 1 1Y
    Jayxier Solis
    Jayxier Solis loved
    Van Helsing

    I love so much I have nothing to say

    🔥 1 10M
    NathanDirector
    NathanDirector liked
    Van Helsing

    Rated: 5.8/10 ⭐️ Seeing if this monster mashup is as wild as everyone says for World Dracula Day. I wanted a fun hunt, but the non-stop, messy CGI honestly left me exhausted. What Worked: • Jackman brings a rugged, James Bond vibe I really appreciate. • Silvestri’s bombastic score is top-tier and…

    21D
  • katie
    katie is "meh" on
    Van Helsing

    ☆ ☆ the story was meh, very early 2000s cgi, some cool references to other relevant movies of the time, lots of filming errors which were fun to spot. added info - i started this movie in october then finished it in december, it was a very unmotivating movie and i very nearly dnf’ed it

    1Y
    Andrew Gooder
    Andrew Gooder loved
    Van Helsing

    Besides the somewhat laughable CGI in this movie, it was not as bad as people are making it out. It’s a well thought out monster movie with silly moments, horrific monsters and a smashing cast to top it off. Don’t take it seriously and you’ll enjoy this one. 9.1/10 for me!!!!!!!!

    1Y
    Brook
    Brook is "meh" on
    Van Helsing

    I usually love classic monster movies with werewolves and vampires. This was decent. It was a bit overwhelming and hard to follow. Cringe and sexualized acting. CGI was decent for 2004. Feel like I need to watch a “Van Helsing Lore Explained” YT video. Loved seeing Jackman though

    2Y
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Metacritic

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USER SCORE (288)

Generally favorable reviews based on 288 Reviews
80

This creature feature is exhilarating fun, a richly designed and often quite funny re-exploration of the movie past.

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Metacritic review by Kirk Honeycutt
Kirk Honeycutt
The Hollywood Reporter
60

The sense of evil overkill is entirely representative of the picture itself, which repeatedly looks ready to blow all its fuses due to sensory overload.

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Metacritic review by Todd McCarthy
Todd McCarthy
Variety
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Van Helsing (2004) family-friendly?
The movie has been rated as PG-13, meaning that some material may be considered inappropriate for children under 13.
How long is Van Helsing (2004)?
The movie is 2hr 11min long.
What's Van Helsing (2004) about?
The famed monster hunter is sent to Transylvania to stop Count Dracula, who is using Dr. Frankenstein's research and a werewolf for nefarious purposes.
Who's the cast of Van Helsing (2004)?
  • Hugh Jackman as Van Helsing
  • Kate Beckinsale as Anna Valerious
  • Richard Roxburgh as Count Vladislaus Dracula
  • David Wenham as Carl
  • Shuler Hensley as Frankenstein's Monster
  • Elena Anaya as Aleera
  • Will Kemp as Velkan
  • Kevin J. O'Connor as Igor
  • Alun Armstrong as Cardinal Jinette
  • Silvia Colloca as Verona
Who's the director behind Van Helsing (2004)?
Stephen Sommers directed Van Helsing (2004).
Who produced Van Helsing (2004)?
Bob Ducsay produced Van Helsing (2004).