Blacula Screens

In 18th century Transylvania, an African prince is transformed into a vampire, only to awaken 200 years later in 1970s Brooklyn, New York. This setup provides the foundation for a film that is both a product of its time and a precursor to a new wave of blaxploitation-themed horror films.

Directed by William Crain and starring William Marshall, Blacula is a 1972 American blaxploitation horror film that has garnered mixed reviews over the years. The film's reception has been varied, with some critics praising its screenplay, music, and acting, while others have found it to be formulaic and lacking in sense.

With a runtime of 93 minutes and a certificate of 18, Blacula is a horror fantasy film that has become a cult classic. The film holds a 46% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with a weighted average rating of 5.3/10, and has scored 5.7/10 on IMDb, 5.5/10 on TMDB, and 59% on Trakt. Blacula was awarded the Best Horror Film title at the 1st Saturn Awards, cementing its place in horror film history.

The Electric Palace Hastings will screen Blacula on Saturday, 31 October 2026, making it the perfect late-night Halloween watch. Tickets and details for this screening are available with the button beside this article.