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Underworld: Rise of the Lycans
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Underworld: Rise of the Lycans

2009-01-22 · 92 min · ★ 6.5

Fantasy · Action · Thriller

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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Directors
Patrick Tatopoulos
Production companies
Screen Gems, Lakeshore Entertainment, Sketch Films, UW3 Film Productions
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Budget
USD 35,000,000
Revenue
USD 92,158,961

Top Cast

Rhona MitraRhona MitraSonja
Bill NighyBill NighyViktor
Michael SheenMichael SheenLucian
Shane BrollyShane BrollyKraven
Steven MackintoshSteven MackintoshAndreas Tanis
Kevin GreviouxKevin GreviouxRaze
David AstonDavid AstonColoman
Geraldine BrophyGeraldine BrophyNobleman's Wife
Leighton CardnoLeighton CardnoFearful Lycan
Elizabeth HawthorneElizabeth HawthorneOrsova
Jason HoodJason HoodDeath Dealer
Mark MitchinsonMark MitchinsonNobleman
Craig ParkerCraig ParkerSabas
Timothy RabyTimothy RabyJanosh
Tania NolanTania NolanLuka
Kate BeckinsaleKate BeckinsaleSelene
Jared TurnerJared TurnerXristo
Olivia TaylforthYoung Sonja
Larry RewLarry RewKosta
Eleanor WilliamsEleanor WilliamsTeenage Girl

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