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Luc Besson's Dracula: $5.4M Global Debut, 72% on Rotten Tomatoes

2/3/2026

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Luc Besson, the French filmmaker, releases Dracula, starring Caleb Landry Jones, which opens in U.S. theaters on February 6, 2026, and has generated $5.4 million globally.
The film is set in the 15th century and follows Prince Vlad, who becomes Dracula after witnessing his wife's murder.
Rotten Tomatoes reports a 72% score, with critics praising character depth and cinematography, though some note a lack of traditional horror elements.

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Luc Besson, the French filmmaker, releases Dracula, starring Caleb Landry Jones, which opens in U.S. theaters on February 6, 2026, and has generated $5.4 million globally.
The film is set in the 15th century and follows Prince Vlad, who becomes Dracula after witnessing his wife's murder.
Rotten Tomatoes reports a 72% score, with critics praising character depth and cinematography, though some note a lack of traditional horror elements.