Underworld: Rise of the Lycans

Underworld: Rise of the Lycans

2009 · 92 min · EN · R · 6.5 (4,086 votes)
Dir. Patrick Tatopoulos · Starring Rhona Mitra, Bill Nighy, Michael Sheen, Shane Brolly, Steven Mackintosh, Kevin Grevioux · Music Paul Haslinger · Underworld Collection

“Every war has a beginning.”

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A prequel to the first two Underworld films, this fantasy explains the origins of the feud between the Vampires and the Lycans. Aided by his secret love, Sonja, courageous Lucian leads the Lycans in battle against brutal Vampire king Viktor. Determined to break the king's enslavement of his people, Lucian faces off against the Death Dealer army in a bid for Lycan independence.

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This is a visceral, blood-soaked gothic fantasy, steeped in the tragic origins of an ancient war. It feels like a relentless, gritty struggle for freedom, driven by forbidden passion and brutal vengeance. Expect a dark, intense experience with stylized action and a heavy sense of doom.

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