Luc Besson’s ‘Dracula: A Love Tale’ Acquired by Vertical for Theatrical Release

From writer-director Luc Besson (Léon: The Professional, The Fifth Element), Dracula: A Love Tale has been acquired by Vertical.

Deadline reports that the horror fantasy romance is being lined up for a wide North American theatrical release in the first quarter of 2026.

Based on Bram Stoker‘s classic 1897 novel, the film stars Caleb Landry Jones (Get Out), Christoph Waltz (Django Unchained), and Zoë Bleu.

A 15th-century prince (Jones) who denounces God after the devastating loss of his wife inherits an eternal curse: he becomes Dracula. Condemned to wander the centuries, he defies fate and death itself, guided by a single hope – to be reunited with his lost love.

“This film is very close to my heart and has been a joy to create over the past two years. At its core, it’s a love story—Dracula seen in a different light, as a man searching for his lost love over 400 years,” said Besson. “It’s been incredible to see audiences connect with it around the world, and I’m thrilled to partner with Vertical to bring this story to North American audiences.”

“Luc is a singular visionary and his elevated take on the Dracula story is something only he could imagine,” added Vertical partner Peter Jarowey. “We are thrilled to be working with such a major creative entity and are proud to be bringing this film to North American audiences.”

Dracula: A Love Tale features a score composed by Danny Elfman (Batman, Men in Black).