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Underworld: Rise of the Lycans (2009)

โ€œEvery war has a beginning.โ€

6.5/10 ยท 4,071 votes 1h 32m r ActionFantasyThriller

#136 of 242 films from 2009 #1181 of 2168 in action

Directed by Patrick Tatopoulos ยท Written by Len Wiseman, Howard McCain, Dirk Blackman, Danny McBride

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Overview

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.

Cast

Rhona Mitraas Sonja
Bill Nighyas Viktor
Michael Sheenas Lucian
Shane Brollyas Kraven
Steven Mackintoshas Andreas Tanis
Kevin Greviouxas Raze
David Astonas Coloman
Geraldine Brophyas Nobleman's Wife
Leighton Cardnoas Fearful Lycan
Alexander Carrollas Young Lucian
Elizabeth Hawthorneas Orsova
Jason Hoodas Death Dealer
Mark Mitchinsonas Nobleman
Craig Parkeras Sabas

Facts

Release dateJanuary 22, 2009
Runtime92 min (1h 32m) โ€” shorter as the 2009 average of 105 min
GenresAction, Fantasy, Thriller
LanguageEN
Budget$35,000,000
Box office$92,158,961 (2.6ร— budget)
IMDbtt0834001

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Questions

How long is Underworld: Rise of the Lycans?
Underworld: Rise of the Lycans runs 92 minutes (1h 32m).
Is Underworld: Rise of the Lycans worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.5/10 across 4,071 votes, which places it #136 of 242 films released in 2009 in this index (top 44%) and #1181 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Underworld: Rise of the Lycans?
Underworld: Rise of the Lycans was directed by Patrick Tatopoulos.
Who stars in Underworld: Rise of the Lycans?
Rhona Mitra as Sonja; Bill Nighy as Viktor; Michael Sheen as Lucian; Shane Brolly as Kraven; Steven Mackintosh as Andreas Tanis; Kevin Grevioux as Raze.
What is Underworld: Rise of the Lycans rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Underworld: Rise of the Lycans?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/69374.

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