It might not have been the story everyone was expecting to see, but that may be the reason why 2014’s Dracula Untold has garnered so many fans, despite its disastrous box-office performance. The movie quickly became an unlikely cult classic in modern horror, and it served as a great starting point for what was supposed to be the biggest horror cinematic universe the world has ever seen, Universal’s Dark Universe. Isn’t it time for a sequel, Dracula Untold 2?
Despite its failure at the box office, the movie got an unexpected boost in its popularity when it arrived on Netflix. Streaming has a way to reinvigorate franchises like no other form of media distribution can, and fans of the misunderstood action/horror film are already demanding the streaming giant to give the rumoured Dracula Untold sequel a chance.
Retelling the Story
Part of the charm of the first movie was its approach to Dracula as a much more tragic character. This seems to be a common trend in what remains of the Dark Universe, as the same thing happened to Tom Cruise’s The Mummy.
Die-hard fans of Universal’s failed horror cinematic universe might already know that Dracula Untold changed its original ending to serve as the starting point for the Dark Universe. In the new finale, we see Luke Evans’ Dracula and Charles Dance’s Master Vampire in the modern world, in what we suppose would be the setting for Dracula Untold 2.
“Dracula” is a pretty big name when it comes to horror film history, especially for Universal. That’s why seeing the 2014 film failing to garner the expected hype was such an ill omen for the rest of the Dark Universe. After The Mummy and the cancellation of the Dark Universe, the idea of a Dracula Untold sequel seemed like nothing more than a pipe dream. That is until things changed radically in 2021 when Dracula awakened from his slumber — on Netflix.
New Life On Netflix
In early 2021, rumours of a Dracula Untold sequel began to resurface after the film became the most-watched feature on Netflix on the week of its debut on the streaming platform. For some fans, the movie was finally getting the recognition it deserved, while it now reached a much larger audience that was getting recommended a movie that everyone thought was unwatchable — and one that is really not as bad as its worst critics say.
Could a Dracula Untold 2 be on the horizon for the streaming giant? That might be unlikely — at the moment, at least. Perhaps the best chance we’ll ever get for a Dracula Untold sequel comes from the fact that Universal has officially expunged the film from the failed Dark Universe.
Now that the franchise has no relation to the rest of the cancelled cinematic universe, a Dracula Untold 2 doesn’t sound all that unlikely, that is if Legendary Pictures can somehow acquire the film’s rights from Universal.
Since Universal distributed the original flick, any possible Dracula Untold sequel would have to be released on Peacock, since Universal has agreed to release all of its future films exclusively on said platform. Despite the warm fan reception that Dracula Untold garnered in its stay on Netflix, it seems like the dreams for a continuation to this Dracula story have got a stake directly in its heart.
For now, fans can watch the original Dracula Untold on Netflix, as the movie remains available to stream on many territories. If you’ve never watched the flick, definitely give it a chance: at least it’s not as dull as Tom Cruise’s The Mummy, and that’s saying a lot.
I have been blown away by the fact that I was completely unaware of this MASTERPIECE!! How did this happen? This was perhaps, one of THE BEST MOVIES, and definitely the BEST DRACULA MOVIE that I have ever seen!! The struggle with his humanity, combined with the incredible acting by Evans and Crew taking place with such epic scenery, was simply the perfect combination that I have ever witnessed!! This could and should be developed into its own Franchise like Logan or Wolverine!! I can only hope that they capitalize on this opportunity, because like the character Dracula, this Classic has been given the opportunity to arise from the ashes thanks to Netflix!! Thank you
to confess, i really like legends, mythology, fantasy, sci-fi movies, books, because they draw me into another world where i don’t have to think about everyday troubles, work, etc. this world is very monochromatic and boring (some of you know what I’m talking about) but I feel so comfortable in a fantasy world where there are vampires and other creatures.
And I would love for there to be a sequel to Dracula Untold
2 because I really enjoyed this rendition of Dracula and I’d love to see that world open up to us again and probably more times than 1. so I hope I get my wish.
!!!! And another very important part in casting the role of Dracula must be Luke Evans, because I can’t imagine any other actor in this role than him !!!! thank you very much
I grew up watching the classic Universal Monster films with my parents and absolutely love them still. Dracula Untold is a great film and deserves a sequel. Like everyone else, I have been waiting for a sequel since the watched it in the movie theater. My whole family are die hard fans. A sequel needs to be made and more Universal Monster movies need to be made. Give us monster fans what we want. The stories are still relevant.
Fans keep franchises alive. Not critics.
Please continue with the Universal Monster films. I want to see Charles Dance and Luke Evans reprise their roles.
Give the fans what we want and pay day will make it way to the production studios. Have faith in your genre that has been striving for decades.
Absolutely would love to see the sequel, been waiting far too long come on release it please!!!!!!!
First time I watched it, I loved it please make no.2.
Be interesting on how life for Vald and Mina in our future timeframe.
See how there son is doing ruling etc
Yes, absolutley! I love this movie and am hoping the 2nd will be made. This is one of best Dracula stories with a great love story! Everyone wants a second!!!
I actually went and saw this in theatres and thought it was awesome… no idea what the critics were thinking.
Yes. Yes . Yes. .loved the movie from the start. .sequel please !!!
YES ! I have watched this movie so many times through the years, waiting and looking for information about the sequel to be made. Its fans are screaming for Dracula Untold 2.