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Dracula

"The story of the strangest passion the world has ever known!"

February 12, 1931 1h 14m 7.2/10 (1,333 votes)

Originally released in 1931. Dracula is a horror/fantasy film. directed by Tod Browning. At just 74 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Bela Lugosi, Helen Chandler, and David Manners

Synopsis

A British estate agent travels to Transylvania to meet the mysterious Count Dracula, who is interested in leasing a London castle. After Dracula enslaves the agent and drives him to insanity, the pair return to London together, where Dracula, a secret bloodsucker, begins preying on socialites.

Quick Facts

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Release Date February 12, 1931 94 years ago
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Runtime 1h 14m 74 minutes total
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User Rating 7.2/10 Great (1,333 votes)
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Budget $355K Production budget
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Box Office $700K 2.0x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$355,000
Revenue
$700,000

Production Companies

  • Universal Pictures

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dracula about?

A British estate agent travels to Transylvania to meet the mysterious Count Dracula, who is interested in leasing a London castle. After Dracula enslaves the agent and drives him to insanity, the p...

Who directed Dracula?

Dracula was directed by Tod Browning.

How long is Dracula?

Dracula has a runtime of 1 hours and 14 minutes (74 minutes total).

When was Dracula released?

Dracula was released on February 12, 1931 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Dracula?

The main cast of Dracula includes Bela Lugosi, Helen Chandler, David Manners, Dwight Frye, Edward Van Sloan.

Is Dracula worth watching?

Dracula has a user rating of 7.2/10 based on 1,333 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.