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"Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter" (2012)
Details on "Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter" including photos, trailer, plot, and cast list for this dramatic film starring Benjamin Walker, Dominic Cooper, Rufus Sewell, and Alan Tudyk.
Film Synopsis: "Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter" reveals our 16th President was actually a 19th century version of Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Lincoln's mother died when he was just nine, but the young boy didn't immediately learn the truth behind her death. Once he found out vampires were responsible, Lincoln did everything he could to avenge his mother's death, dedicating his life to putting an end to all bloodsuckers.
Film Synopsis: "Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter" reveals our 16th President was actually a 19th century version of Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Lincoln's mother died when he was just nine, but the young boy didn't immediately learn the truth behind her death. Once he found out vampires were responsible, Lincoln did everything he could to avenge his mother's death, dedicating his life to putting an end to all bloodsuckers.
Photo Gallery
Benjamin Walker as Abraham Lincoln photo gallery.
Behind the Scenes of 'Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter'
Benjamin Walker, Timur Bekmambetov, and Seth Grahame-Smith on the story, vampires, violence, the film's tone, Lincoln's axe, and Walker on transforming into Lincoln.
Author Seth Grahame-Smith Interview
At the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum at "Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Killer - Revealed!" Special Event, writer Seth Grahame-Smith discussed the inspiration for his book and the film.
Benjamin Walker and Timur Bekmambetov Interview
Exclusive interview with the film's star Benjamin Walker and director Timur Bekmambetov on bringing Abe Lincoln alive on the big screen with a fantasy twist.
Trailer and Featurette
Watch Benjamin Walker bringing the 16th US President to life as not just a politician but a vampire slayer.
Exclusive Alan Tudyk Interview
While chatting about "Tucker and Dale," Alan Tudyk answered a few pressing questions about the film version of "Abraham Lincoln" in our exclusive interview.
The Cast
A list of the cast and crew list as well as running time, MPAA rating, and release date info. View the list...
Alan Tudyk Prepares for "Lincoln"
(Mar 2011) Alan Tudyk is the latest actor to sign up to take a trip back in twisted time with the screen version of Seth Grahame-Smith's novel, "Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter," has just expanded by one. Read the article...
Mary Elizabeth Winstead Interview
Exclusive Mary Elizabeth Winstead interview on "Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter" who was rushed for time at the 2011 SCREAM Awards but still was able to answer our question on how the film will differ from the bestselling novel by Seth Grahame-Smith (who adapted his own novel for the screen). Check out the interview...
Jimmi Simpson Joins the Fun
(Feb 2011) Jimmi Simpson ("Date Night," "Knights of Badassdom") has agreed to play a key member of Abraham Lincoln's inner circle. Find out who...
"Lincoln" Signs Up Dominic Cooper
(Feb 2011) Director Timur Bekmambetov ("Wanted") continues to line up his cast for the story of Honest Abe as a vampire hunter, with Dominic Cooper ("The Devil's Double") joining the action drama. Read the news...
Mary Elizabeth Winstead is Mary Todd
(Feb 2011) A Mary will play Mary Todd in the 20th Century Fox production of "Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter." Read the article...
Benjamin Walker is Abraham Lincoln
(Jan 2011) Benjamin Walker, who isn't exactly a household name - yet, has won the coveted role of Abraham Lincoln, beating out James D'Arcy and Josh Lucas among others. Read the article...
Fox Gets "Abraham Lincoln"
(Oct 2010) It was a furious battle for the film rights but when the dust cleared 20th Century Fox emerged as the winner of the film rights to "Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter." Read more...
Tim Burton and Timur Bekmambetov Go Vampire Hunting
(Mar 2010) Author Seth Grahame-Smith's unusual take on historical events has two very unusual filmmakers on board to handle the project.