DRACULA Released February 14, 1931 The Count hit the silver screen on Valentine's Day in 1931. Now there's a date night! The dashing, mysterious Count Dracula (Bela Lugosi), after hypnotizing Renfield (Dwight Frye), into his mindless slave, travels to London and takes up residence in an old castle. Soon Dracula begins to wreak havoc, sucking the blood of young women and turning them into vampires. When he sets his sights on Mina (Helen Chandler), the daughter of a prominent doctor, vampire-hunte

Dracula, portrayed by Bela Lugosi, is a legendary character in classic horror cinema. Lugosi's portrayal of the iconic vampire in the 1931 film "Dracula" solidified the character's image for generations to come. With his suave demeanor, distinctive accent, and haunting presence, Lugosi's Dracula has become an enduring symbol of gothic horror, influencing countless adaptations and interpretations in popular culture. #dracula #gothic #belalugosi | Dark Asylum Radio