In a Gothic, steampunk-inspired setting, Van Helsing employs his arsenal of weapons as he and Anna confront the villainous Count Dracula (Richard Roxburgh) and his vampiric brood. With high-octane action sequences and visual effects bringing the monsters to life, Van Helsing evokes classic Universal monster movies with an adventurous tone. The film mixes Gothic horror, dark fantasy, and exaggerated spectacle for a fun take on the icons of classic horror cinema.