Vampires and the Undead From Dracula | Mini Series (2020)

[@MrDainemudda]

I loved episodes 1 and 2, but with 3 everything fell apart - except for that undead child, that was creepy af and still gives me chills

[@frontrangejrs]

Pretty Lady!...

[@gra6649]

Agreed!

[@michaellynes3540]

I thought Lucy’s cremated body was creepy as fuck.

[@MrDainemudda]

@@michaellynes3540 yeah she looked moist as well as crispy

[@viderevero1338]

Agree wholeheartedly. I loved episode 1, episode 2 carried the hype, then it slowly got lamer...and lamer... I still like the show for it's highs, but it's lows had me skipping through it.

[@ericgardner3140]

The best part of this series is Sister Agatha Van Helsing. Absolutely love her snarky attitude.

[@arthurpsyc3377]

The interplay of those two was definitely the best part. I was ultimately disappointed in the show overall though.

[@dpeaker92]

The first two episodes were amazing ......the the last episode just ruined it for me sadly it was like classic Moffat writing great beginning but terrible ending

[@TheJacobSuggs]

omg I didn't even realise it was Moffat. that explains so much haha.

[@ptolemeeselenion1542]

Moffat as usual.

[@toddweese4060]

They dropped the ball so fucking hard

[@KaiserDragoon77]

I'm feeling pretty validated that I'm not the only who thought that after watching it

[@TheDreamWyrm]

Agreed.

[@Swissswoosher]

The toilet and Dracula’s reaction to it was one of the funniest moments in the series.

[@bekleedee]

I really enjoyed this take on Dracula. Although there's one scene that disturbs me to no end. The woman burning in the coffin when she goes to get cremated.

[@Ujuani68]

Sister Agatha really looked like, and acted like the ward leading nurse in the hospital, that I unfortunately go to, a couple of times a year. Her name was Elsebeth, and she went on senior leave last year. SUCH a cool lady!

[@madalinfindrihan2047]

It is an amazing series indeed, watched it 2-3 times and an excellent performance by Claes. I literally fell in love with his acting on this one!

[@coganLollins]

Same!

[@CrawfordPrime]

The third episode fell really short… but it had some good moments like the creepy undead child, the crazy girl who became a vampire, and the revelation for Dracula that all of his weaknesses are in his head, that he could be in sunlight this whole time. I thought that part was done really well.

[@jamesnicholson3658]

This series was actually one of the few vampire movies and TV that I don't find utterly tedious. It retold the story pretty well

[@ph4403]

i was really enjoying this series until the 123 years later thing. up until that moment i thought it was a very good adaptation of the dracula story. i guess it was okay, even with the sudden change. but i feel it would have been much better to continue the original story adaptation instead of the modern ending.

[@irolaan292]

Same for me!

[@dustinakadustin]

Yeah I agree! Especially as it's very rare that we get a very accurate adaptation of the book, even Bram Stokers Dracula takes far to many liberties

[@sciencemama6801]

Did anyone notice that Dracula's cape was stolen from Johnny? When Jonathan says "you took everything from me" - it's really true, he even took his clothes. You see Jonathan first wearing the iconic cape when the townspeople drop him off in the snow, you can see the wide collar it has and the iconic red velvet on the inside. You see it again as he enters the castle, especially when he's at the bottom of the winding stairs. He takes it off soon after at the table, and we never see him wearing it again. Meanwhile for the first long while Dracula is wearing what looks like a brown bathrobe. He slowly starts to change to wearing more suit type clothing as Dracula gets younger. Jonathan's attire diminishes like his body- losing suit jacket, tie, then suspenders. We don't see Dracula put the cape on until I believe in the room with the brides and the vampire baby, when he's fully open with Johnny about the fact that "of course I'm going to kill you", and he then carries him up the stairs, wearing Johnny's cape, who comments how Dracula took everything.

[@dr.disappointment8400]

Holy shittttt

[@DrFrankNStein-sf2ww]

@ScienceMama In the novel Dracula took Jonathan Harker's travel clothes and left the castle dressed as Harker so the towns people would believe they've seen Harker. He did this to trick people into believing that Harker has left Draculas's castle and was on his way back to England.

[@sciencemama6801]

@@DrFrankNStein-sf2ww yes I knew that from reading it too, that sounded like a one-time alibi kind of thing to me, not that he kept using his clothes so if that part was in the book I missed it. But it's a really nice touch in the show.

[@DeathSithe92]

Holy shit what a legit curse, perpetual consciousness even as you rot and even then if you turn to dust you still exist and remain conscious, a curse truly if there ever was one....

[@Mustang-fu6on]

I mean, by what was said in episode 3, I thought that all of Dracula's weaknesses truly stemmed from the fact that he was afraid of death. Like, it's been a while, but I seem to recall that Zoe pulled the drapers and exposed him to the sun, and he didn't die as he thought he would. The way I saw it, drinking her blood wouldn't kill him, as he was no longer afraid of dying. That being said, it is quite terrifying to think of what would happen afterwards - Dracula, completely devoid of any weaknesses and able to do whatever he wishes to. Was I the only one to see the finale like that?

[@ElliotJ-yc8sg]

No I paused it and said the same to my partner before the big reveal

[@Brightmarine95]

Thank you for covering this version of Dracula. I was blown away the first time I watched it and to me its brilliantly done.

[@Dont_Be_Afraid_0222]

This series was pretty good. I like this unique take on the Dracula mythos. I love how this version of Dracula took elements from both Christopher Lee's Dracula & Gary Oldman's Dracula. I also love the fact that all of his weaknesses stemmed from his own belief in them. They could easily make a sequel, by merely claiming that he never truly died, but rather went into a state of hibernation until the tainted blood left his system. Due to some goofy moments I can't unsee (mostly in episode 3), I can't give this series a 9/10, but maybe a strong 7-8/10. There was just a bit too much humor for a Dracula series, IMO (like Machete, Dracula don't text). That's why I'd choose NBC's shortlived Dracula series (starring Jonathan Reese Myers) over this adaptation, BUT this series is definitely worth a watch. 🧛🏻‍♂️🩸🐺🩸🦇 #SufferUntoME

[@coganLollins]

Yes I still need to check out that Dracula series I’ve heard good things

[@valkyrie9646]

@@coganLollins It's another series that was only given one season. However, I wonder if that's the reason it has been remembered? It certainly wasn't one of the better adaptations but it was interesting. Terrible Mia, though. Substandard actress.

[@jeambeam3173]

The whole dracula has mental illness story was terrible and made the last episode a 1/10 instead of a 10/10 like the first two

[@eddiekrustysock4395]

The first episode was some of the best vampire writing ever, but then Moffat...well kept writing

[@alluke24]

I never knew about this show. Thank you so much. I definitely want to check it out and I think your videos and analysis is effing amazing.😻

[@leewightman8619]

It was really well done. I couldn't get enough of this show

[@andrei.suharu1182]

Thank you for the amazing work, I've binged all your vampire videos:)

[@coganLollins]

I appreciate that a lot! Thanks for watching 🙏

[@staytuned2L337]

Always happy to see a new upload from Cogan!

[@josephscott1292]

Not going to lie, the perspective on undead shown here was really quite terrifying, and I have lost sleep to it…!

[@jw1415]

I agree. They made it horrifying. Especially the" it will follow you home..." line.

[@Nimenialtu3333]

ME too..

[@petrichorweather350]

I think the entire project was not something i wanted but am obsessed now. At first the time jump annoyed me but now i understand why they did it. And that ending omg. Hauntingly beautiful

[@AbelDuviant]

One thing I remember fondly about this show is one internet person absolutely FUMING and calling it woke garbage because Van Helsing referred to herself as the one thing Dracula feared: an educated woman with a cross. He didn't even realize it wasn't about gender at all, but about her knowing what dracula is and how to counter his tricks

[@acejax4808]

Even if it was about gender, it’s so bizarre that he felt so bothered by an educated woman with a cross that he felt compelled to rant about it lmfao

[@filthycasual8187]

@@acejax4808 He wasn't bothered by her being an educated woman with a crucifix. He was bothered by her need to point it out like a virtue signal.

[@bryna7]

​@@filthycasual8187 bs. If it was a guy pointing out that dracula feared an educated man with a cross, he wouldn't have said anything. Dudes need to stop being so triggered.

[@justbreathe_]

Well you know how dumb and ignorant people that talk like that are.

[@jw1415]

Underated...that first episode was brilliant...kudos on informative, and digestible, breakdown.

[@rbasi25]

This was such a good series! So upsetting that it was so short with only a few episodes.

[@ILIVEAGAIN97]

I finally found great content about of vampires and werewolves!

[@WitheredHeath]

Got to end of the video and went to like it, then realized I already had out of reflex. Great content as always.

[@nathanadamr8293]

I think the ability for someone to become an actual vampire depends upon how long Dracula feeds on them, he fed on Lucy multiple times, Jonathan every night and Agatha over the corse of weeks and they became the most developed vampires. However, Agatha never really died but she did state that she was dying and her body was decaying as she had not drank any blood herself

[@leelawrie6976]

I loved how Draculas “weaknesses” were psychological.

[@cedric2969]

Dolly Wells did an amazing dutch accent. I'm dutch and I looked up who she was, thinking she was a dutch actress I didn't know and I was amazed when I found out she was from UK! Her accent was spot on!!!

[@joshfacio9379]

I agree, im american and was mesmerized the whole time she was on screen, and the actor who played dracula too, i was WHO are these people and how can i see more?! Lol

[@numa2k147]

I loved this series and wished it kept on going. Absolute loved this version

[@austinlea847]

I loved the show! It was so well done. The only complaint I have, is that I’m not sure if I like the last season. Where Dracula is in modern day. It went from creepy and old, to emojis and humor. I felt like the should have just stayed in the past rather than jumping so far into the future.

[@pettytyrant2720]

I think folk get this series very wrong. It is NOT an adaptation of Dracula, it is a homage and tribute to the portrayal of Dracula in cinema through the ages. Episode one they shot at the castle used in OG Nosferatu, they used shots directly from Christopher Lee's Hammer House of Horror films, the sets, the camerawork it's all gothic in style and feel - this is the classic era of vampire films. Each episode reflects different ways the story has been tackled over the decades, episode two is a classic stalker/slasher film set in a remote isolated location with a small cast of characters being picked off one by one, we are in the late 70's early 80's style of story here, there was supposed to be a section set in the 70's as a nod to films like Blackula but they didn't get it in for the final version. The last episode throws folk off because it's set in the modern day, but it again is reflecting the fad for moving Dracula and vampires into the, current at the time, present day. If you watch it from the start knowing what it is, it has to end in the present day, because that is where vampire cinema was at with Twilight and such, its the last most current stage in how vampire stories are told. The series is in many ways a fan tribute to the different eras of horror cinema. Mark Gattis, the cowriter, is in particular a huge fan of classic horror and of Victoriana in general, and has done documentaries on the history of horror in cinema.

[@Lord1885]

I see we all share the same experience. First two episodes - the most creepy, best, the darkest tale, perfect rendition of Bram Stoker's Dracula. And then... Shame :

[@sailorarwen6101]

Like many others have said, first two episodes were GREAT. Third episode killed it.

[@himynameistaylor]

I thoroughly enjoyed this series

[@Gyrannon]

Video Suggestion: Vampires of Nosgoth There is a classic video game series called The Legacy of Kain. In the first game, you play as Kain, an arrogant aristocrat who is eventually murdered, but later is brought back as Vampire, after avenging his murder, he goes on a journey to find a cure for his Vampirism, and eventually he meets the spirit of Ariel, The Balance Guardian, he requests a cure an she strikes a deal with him, to kill all the other Guardians cause they have become corrupted, which has in turn corrupted the Pillars they are linked to. If the Pillars fall, then the world ends. It expands a great deal and the dialogue of the games are very intelligent an mature. Kain will learn a lot about being a vampire, and eventually at the end, Ariel reveals the cure: Death. And that he is her successor, and the only way the Pillars can be restored is if he kills himself, whereas if refuses, then the Pillars will topple. Given there are 5 games in series, canonically he refuses the sacrifice an uses the remains of the Pillars as the seat of his empire that he intends to make. There is honestly far too much to unpack, and even tho I mentioned the ending to Blood Omen 1, there's still Blood Omen 2, then Soulreaver 1, then Soulreaver 2, and finally Defiance. All the characters both good & bad are fantastic an the origins of the Vampires is explained. One bit, there is no Dracula in this world, Nosgoth itself is it's own world.

[@brianfuller757]

The first two episodes were awesome The third. not so. That said. The treatment of vampire lore is interesting. And the issues with Moffat are the same here as with his time on Dr Who.

[@parkerstevens2880]

Thank you sir for finally cover this mini series

[@TheNick3001]

First of all, the ad was perfect, secondly, I really like your videos and always look forward to your next release

[@franzkringelschwanz5601]

oh boy! new cogan video, the day is saved lol

[@cathalmire]

that undead boy creeped the hell out of me lol

[@dfailsthemost]

So many great ideas. Even how it ended worked for me, though it came too abruptly.

[@Asplera]

I like this new interpretation of Dracula. Very novel and profound. Thank you for introducing me to this series.

[@welliminitnowso]

Loved this breakdown and loved the series!!!!!!

[@feardjinn9730]

The scene when Dracula finally looks at the sun. He just marvels at it and says “She so beautiful”

[@sergeymirochnik1773]

Super good show. Awesome breakdown.

[@Lazarou101]

If I had to hire Moffat for a movie I'd have him write JUST the first act

[@coganLollins]

😂

[@jan2000nl]

Better yet get him to write the whole thing and throw away the second half!

[@lorddemonoss3945]

2:25 I see a problem here. How did a nun have a descendant?

[@alinvid6098]

She had a sister who had kids.

[@greyson7379]

Zoey says that Agatha Van Helsing (the nun) was her great great aunt on her Fathers side. Her father is Gabriel Van Helsing.

[@greatwhitenorthcorvette8133]

Great video! Let’s get this dude to 50000subs keep up the great content

[@vilgotelvingsson1403]

First episode was absolutely amazing. Second one was completely ok and the last one kinda ruined it but it’s still a solid miniseries as a whole.

[@cloud218]

The catacomb scenes really reminded me of Castlevania; I could picture richter running around this castle with his whip. I actually loved this show; even the last episode, but it did peak on 1-2

[@queenofbuttercream]

I had been trying to figure out what the name of this was for a few years. Thank you!!

[@Mark..P]

Great synopsis 👏👏👏

[@syrosell3871]

This series was such a let down such a cool build up of characters. Everyone espeically Dracula was built up so well and then the time skip and you get watered down Sister Agatha with none of the bite that her original character. And this Dracula that was built so well both super scary and super cool.... Falls in love with the literally the most vapid party girl character

[@Jakevrana]

I have found myself addicted to your channel, I can’t explain it but who cares? I like therefore I watch

[@kaimenzke5369]

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[@h.w.4482]

the way the series frames it, it seems like certain people are born cursed with undeath and only those people can be made vampires through a special process, not just a bite

[@MILKWynn]

giving me the 90s vibe of horror. feeling nostalgic

[@Knobblytyressoggysocks]

Personally, I loved it. I have watched it 3 times now. Looking at the comments, there are people who feel differently, but that's life 🧛‍♂️

[@lonahora]

Episode 1 was the scariest. 2 was like an adventure "Murder on the Orient Express" kind of vibe. 3 was interesting, up until D started mingling with with the girl. It's one redeeming point is the twist in the end.

[@michaellynes3540]

The crosses, the sunlight and holy objects as Dracula’s weakness is what he thinks. What Dracula is actually afraid of is death.

[@frozack8mgs62]

I watched it again the other night your right it was a really great show one of the best vampire stories iv seen

[@OpinionsAreNotFacts]

I honestly wasn't the biggest fan of this series but it was a unique take & I did enjoy it. I was surprised at how high the scores were on Rotten Tomatoes. Either way, it's head & shoulders above other Dracula or random Vampire movies/series. I enjoyed your VE. Keep em coming. Peace

[@quentinhill4264]

Another wonderful video kind sir. U should do Dylan Dog Dead of Night. Plenty of vampires and werewolves in tht one

[@TheJacobSuggs]

You should check out Afflicted from 2013, its a decent found footage vampire movie.

[@nfapeng187]

I loved this series, was wondering when or if more was ever gonna come. I watched it years ago.

[@sheldondillon]

This was awesome . I watched this program when it first came out on Netflix and liked it. Now I understand it a lot better . Thank you

[@resiplayerz]

In case anyone was curious the chapel & crematorium in episode 3 is Honor Oak crematorium in Camberwell Southwark, London.

[@ccolton9]

That third episode killed any chance of continuing the story

[@BrenndenColbert]

Episode 2 was absolutely brilliant!

[@Boltrex100]

Love your channel!

[@silvasaurusrex]

Those first 2 episodes were incredible and were the best horror movie that I've seen in decades. That 3rd episode shit the bed so hard though, it actually makes me angry at the writers. I've often recommended the first 2 episodes, but tell people that the 3rd episode is just stupid.

[@deelakasirdeeedwards7945]

I watch it a thousand times lol it’s really good

[@Auron1Roxas2]

When Jonathan came back different than the others I thought the show was gonna turn him into an antithesis to dracula, like an alucard character or something.

[@semipunch857]

Always thought it was dracula fucking jonathan instead of him feeding and showing him visions lmao

[@LaosyCanadian]

Hey Cogan, can you cover vampire(s) from Let Me In/Let The Right One In? That be awesome! Cheers!

[@coganLollins]

This is a movie I definitely want to cover!

[@TonyBMW]

One of my favorites but only the original and definitely not the Hollywood remake.

[@-umbra-1590]

The best part of this show was when he flickered the lights on and off, lol great reference

[@Caroline-fy2vi]

Claes Bang did a great job in this series🖤

[@coriander9309]

I am suprised Dracula can live so long without accidentaly feeding from anyone with cancer.

[@robertebert3641]

I really wish this kept going as a series

[@thebigone6969]

You da true 🐐 Cogan!!!

[@rodbarnes2462]

Very niiiiiiiiiiice approach to the Dracula Mythos on the part of Netflix...

[@bobmathis-friedman6742]

I am in total agreement with your assessment, Sir.

[@Callumdevan17]

You should do the vampires from. Forever Knight!

[@notarobot2243]

great episodes thank you bbc 😊

[@Koronoir]

great work :D

[@jonpato]

aaand ofc Lucy is made stunning and brave...

[@daveluna7931]

Agreed, I really enjoyed this series

[@SoonGone]

I really enjoyed this version of Dracula.

[@miguelschoedel7691]

Great episode!

[@agirlnamedbrett.]

this version of Dracula and Vampires sounds really cool and different

[@jamesmcclaren9759]

The researcher lady who immediately found a way to make a submerged comatose Dracula “bite” her infuriated me samuch

[@Beeontree]

I absolutely loved this show

[@TacDyne]

Gaining the superstitions as memories is hella clever!

[@Wuuuuzo]

Love your videos!, I have a suggestion, the entity's from the series preacher

[@onefeather2]

Well done.

[@TheGeneralMod]

Being an undead… I can’t even imagine something as torturous as that😢

[@SgtCthulhu]

Can you talk about Evil Dead lore and deadites? But if you only want to talk only about vampire there's What we do in the shadow movie and serie it could be interresting. Great Video like always.

[@guyhill1690]

Cover Subspecies 1 through 4, please!!!