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Underworld: Awakening (2012)

“Vengeance Returns”

6.3/10 · 4,479 votes 1h 28m r ActionFantasyHorror

#141 of 232 films from 2012 #1452 of 2168 in action

Directed by Måns Mårlind, Björn Stein · Written by J. Michael Straczynski, Allison Burnett, Len Wiseman, John Hlavin

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Overview

Having escaped years of imprisonment, vampire warrioress Selene finds herself in a changed world where humans have discovered the existence of both Vampire and Lycan clans and are conducting an all-out war to eradicate both immortal species. Now Selene must battle the humans and a frightening new breed of super Lycans to ensure the death dealers' survival.

Cast

Kate Beckinsaleas Selene
Stephen Reaas Dr. Jacob Lane
Michael Ealyas Detective Sebastian
Theo Jamesas David
India Eisleyas Eve
Charles Danceas Thomas
Sandrine Holtas Lida
Sanny van Heterenas British newscaster
Jacob Blairas Kolb (Officer)
Robert Lawrensonas Waterfront Cop
Kurt Max Runteas Leader of the Troop
Marvin Duerkholzas Lestroy
Ron Wearas Jack Fletcher
Richard Cetroneas Lycan 1

Facts

Release dateJanuary 19, 2012
Runtime88 min (1h 28m) — shorter as the 2012 average of 103 min
GenresAction, Fantasy, Horror
LanguageEN
Budget$70,000,000
Box office$160,112,671 (2.3× budget)
IMDbtt1496025

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Questions

How long is Underworld: Awakening?
Underworld: Awakening runs 88 minutes (1h 28m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is Underworld: Awakening worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.3/10 across 4,479 votes, which places it #141 of 232 films released in 2012 in this index (top 40%) and #1452 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Underworld: Awakening?
Underworld: Awakening was directed by Måns Mårlind, Björn Stein. Other well-rated titles by the same director: 6 Souls (2010).
Who stars in Underworld: Awakening?
Kate Beckinsale as Selene; Stephen Rea as Dr. Jacob Lane; Michael Ealy as Detective Sebastian; Theo James as David; India Eisley as Eve; Charles Dance as Thomas.
What is Underworld: Awakening rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Underworld: Awakening?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/87621.

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