Underworld: Rise of the Lycans

Underworld: Rise of the Lycans

Every war has a beginning.

R 2009 · 92 min · ★ 6.5 (4K) · 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.

Directed by Patrick Tatopoulos · Written by Danny McBride

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