Dracula (1958)
Kernel Score: 81% · 691 ratings
Genres: Horror
Released: 1958-04-21
Runtime: 82 minutes
Where to watch Dracula
- Stream: Fubo, TCM
- Free with ads: Hoopla
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
After Jonathan Harker attacks Dracula at his castle, the vampire travels to a nearby city, where he preys on the family of Harker's fiancée. The only one who may be able to protect them is Dr. van Helsing, Harker's friend and fellow-student of vampires, who is determined to destroy Dracula, whatever the cost.
Dracula parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that this 1958 Dracula (Horror of Dracula) is a classic Hammer horror film with gothic vampire violence and scares.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Classic gothic vampire horror with attacks, victims, and a vampire hunter confronting Dracula.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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- The Haunting (1963) — 78%
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- Sinners (2025) — 97%
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Director
Terence Fisher
Cast
- Peter Cushing as Doctor Van Helsing
- Christopher Lee as Count Dracula
- Michael Gough as Arthur Holmwood
- Melissa Stribling as Mina Holmwood
- Carol Marsh as Lucy Holmwood
- Olga Dickie as Gerda
- John Van Eyssen as Jonathan Harker
- Valerie Gaunt as Vampire Woman
- Janina Faye as Tania
- Barbara Archer as Inga
Dracula FAQ
Is Dracula good?
Dracula has an 81% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 691 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Dracula?
In the US you can stream Dracula on Fubo and TCM, watch it free with ads on Hoopla and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Dracula OK for kids?
Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that this 1958 Dracula (Horror of Dracula) is a classic Hammer horror film with gothic vampire violence and scares.
What movies are like Dracula?
If you liked Dracula, try Dracula, Fright Night, The Fearless Vampire Killers and The Haunting.