Underworld: Rise of the Lycans
“Every war has a beginning.”
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.
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Where is Underworld: Rise of the Lycans streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| United Kingdom | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, ITVX Premium, ITVX | YouTube, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| Australia | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | Home of Horror Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | Molotov TV | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD |
| Spain | — | Apple TV Store, Movistar Plus+ Ficción Total , Rakuten TV |
| Brazil | HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel | Claro video, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Japan | U-NEXT | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
About Underworld: Rise of the Lycans
Underworld: Rise of the Lycans is a 2009 English-language fantasy, action and thriller film directed by Patrick Tatopoulos. The cast is led by Rhona Mitra, Bill Nighy, Michael Sheen. It has a runtime of 1h 32m. Viewers rate it 6.5/10 across 4000 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Underworld: Rise of the Lycans was produced by Screen Gems, Lakeshore Entertainment, and Sketch Films and made in United States of America. It was released on January 22, 2009, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $35 million, it went on to gross $92 million worldwide.
- Director
- Patrick Tatopoulos
- Writers
- Danny McBride, Robert Orr, Dirk Blackman
- Release date
- January 22, 2009
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $35 million
- Box office
- $92 million
- Production
- Screen Gems, Lakeshore Entertainment, Sketch Films
Underworld: Rise of the Lycans cast & crew
Underworld: Rise of the Lycans was directed by Patrick Tatopoulos and written by Danny McBride, Robert Orr, and Dirk Blackman.
The cast features Rhona Mitra as Sonja, Bill Nighy as Viktor, Michael Sheen as Lucian, Shane Brolly as Kraven, Steven Mackintosh as Andreas Tanis, and Kevin Grevioux as Raze.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Paul Haslinger, cinematography is by Ross Emery, and it was produced by Gary Lucchesi and Len Wiseman.
Is Underworld: Rise of the Lycans worth watching?
Underworld: Rise of the Lycans holds an audience score of 6.5/10 from 3,959 ratings, a solidly received fantasy films.
At 1h 32m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy fantasy, action, and thriller, Underworld: Rise of the Lycans is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Underworld: Rise of the Lycans
Underworld: Rise of the Lycans isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
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Cast of Underworld: Rise of the Lycans
Rhona Mitra
Sonja
Bill Nighy
Viktor
Michael Sheen
Lucian
Shane Brolly
Kraven
Steven Mackintosh
Andreas Tanis
Kevin Grevioux
Raze
David Aston
Coloman
Geraldine Brophy
Nobleman's Wife
Leighton Cardno
Fearful Lycan
Elizabeth Hawthorne
Orsova
Jason Hood
Death Dealer
Mark Mitchinson
Nobleman
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Underworld: Rise of the Lycans — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Underworld: Rise of the Lycans in United States?
Underworld: Rise of the Lycans is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is Underworld: Rise of the Lycans in?
Underworld: Rise of the Lycans is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Underworld: Rise of the Lycans?
Underworld: Rise of the Lycans runs 1 hours 32 minutes (92 minutes).
▸What is Underworld: Rise of the Lycans rated?
Underworld: Rise of the Lycans is rated R. It holds a 6.5/10 audience score from 3,959 ratings.
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