Underworld
(2003)
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.
Director
Len Wiseman
Writers
Danny McBride, Kevin Grevioux, Len Wiseman, Danny McBride
Top Billed
Kate Beckinsale
Keywords
Top Billed Cast
Crew
Collection
Underworld Collection
Reviews
Gimly
⭐ 8/10January 20, 2019
Movies like _Underworld_ just don't end up with the calibre of actor that _Underworld_ has under normal circumstances. Somehow, _Underworld_ did though, and yes, it's very much a product of that early '00s industrial inspired age, but it is a solid, solid take on some realistic(ish) aspects of supernatural monster mythos.
_Final rating:★★★★ - Very strong appeal. A personal favourite._
The Movie Mob
⭐ 9/10August 19, 2022
**Overall : Action, horror, monsters, guns, striking practical effects, spectacular creature designs, and a surprisingly proven and fantastic cast led by Kate Beckinsale all get mashed together to create one of the best creature features there is!**
Underworld brings a new twist to the vampire and werewolf genre by pitting them against each other as they vie for control of the criminal underworld ruled by nightmarish creatures. It's hard to be…
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CinemaSerf
⭐ 7/10September 3, 2023
True, this isn't the most original of concepts and we have oft seen similar styles of treatment of these ancient rivalries, but Kate Beckinsale's lithe and deadly "Selene" and Michael Sheen's menacing "Lucian" are engaging enough in this tale of vampires v werewolves. Scott Speedman provides the eye candy (but very little else) as the hapless human "Michael" whom she rescues only to discover that he might prove a lot more important than either o… read the rest.
daniel_carr
⭐ 7/10December 13, 2025
I really enjoyed this movie and the whole series! This just goes to show that story is still more important than special effects. Also that CGI isn't always the best way to go. Real sometimes still looks better. Great characters, story and action made this a winner for me.
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Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$22,000,000
Revenue
$95,708,457