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Underworld (2003)

โ€œAn immortal battle for supremacy.โ€

6.9/10 ยท 6,806 votes 2h 2m r ActionFantasyThriller

#60 of 156 films from 2003 #760 of 2168 in action

Directed by Len Wiseman ยท Written by Len Wiseman, Kevin Grevioux, Danny McBride

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Overview

Vampires and werewolves have waged a nocturnal war against each other for centuries. But all bets are off when a female vampire warrior named Selene, who's famous for her strength and werewolf-hunting prowess, becomes smitten with a peace-loving male werewolf, Michael, who wants to end the war.

Cast

Kate Beckinsaleas Selene
Scott Speedmanas Michael Corvin
Michael Sheenas Lucian
Shane Brollyas Kraven
Bill Nighyas Viktor
Erwin Lederas Singe
Sophia Mylesas Erika
Robbie Geeas Kahn
Wentworth Milleras Dr. Adam Lockwood
Kevin Greviouxas Raze
Zita Gรถrรถgas Amelia
Scott McElroyas Soren
Richard Cetroneas Pierce
Mike Mukatisas Taylor

Facts

Release dateSeptember 19, 2003
Runtime122 min (2h 2m) โ€” longer as the 2003 average of 107 min
GenresAction, Fantasy, Thriller
LanguageEN
Budget$22,000,000
Box office$95,708,457 (4.4ร— budget)
IMDbtt0320691

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Questions

How long is Underworld?
Underworld runs 122 minutes (2h 2m).
Is Underworld worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.9/10 across 6,806 votes, which places it #60 of 156 films released in 2003 in this index (top 62%) and #760 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Underworld?
Underworld was directed by Len Wiseman. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Ballerina (2025), Live Free or Die Hard (2007), Underworld: Evolution (2006).
Who stars in Underworld?
Kate Beckinsale as Selene; Scott Speedman as Michael Corvin; Michael Sheen as Lucian; Shane Brolly as Kraven; Bill Nighy as Viktor; Erwin Leder as Singe.
What is Underworld rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Underworld?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/56098.

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