There was no shortage of vampire movies in the early 1970s, so it's understandable how this gem became a bit lost in the shuffle. In this sadly underrated version, Jack Palance's interpretation of the Count is both powerful and frightening under the skilled direction of Dan Curtis. A great script from legendary horror / sci-fi veteran Richard Matheson adds much to the value as well. The film has solid…
Top Cast
Jack Palance
Dracula
Simon Ward
Arthur
Nigel Davenport
Van Helsing
Fiona Lewis
Lucy
Murray Brown
Jonathan Harker
Penelope Horner
Mina
Pamela Brown
Mrs. Westenra
Sarah Douglas
Dracula's Wife
Virginia Wetherell
Dracula's Wife
Barbara Lindley
Dracula's Wife
George Pravda
Innkeeper
Hana Maria Pravda
Innkeeper's Wife
Reg Lye
Zookeeper
Fredrick Stone
Priest
Roy Spencer
Whitby Inn Clerk
Eddie Powell
Whitby Inn Man kilied by Dracula (uncredited)
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_**Jack Palance with fangs**_ In 1897, creepy Count Dracula in Transylvania (Jack Palance) acquires London property from Jonathan Harker (Murray Brown) whereupon he moves and falls for a woman who looks like his wife from 400 years earlier (Fiona Lewis), facing the opposition of Van Helsing & his sidekick (Nigel Davenport and Simon Ward). Penelope Horner is on hand as Mina. "Dracula” (1974) was directed by…
FAQ about Dracula
What is Dracula about?
Dracula is searching for a woman who looks like his long dead wife.
When was Dracula released?
Dracula was released in 1974.
What genres does Dracula belong to?
Dracula is categorised as Drama, Horror, TV Movie, Romance.
Who stars in Dracula?
The cast of Dracula includes Jack Palance, Simon Ward, Nigel Davenport, Fiona Lewis, Murray Brown.