Spoiler Summary:
Set several years after the events of Underworld: Blood Wars, the fragile truce between vampires and Lycans is shattered when a new breed of hybrid, known as the “Dark Bloods,” emerges. These creatures are the result of forbidden experiments combining ancient vampire DNA with mutated Lycan traits, making them faster, stronger, and nearly impossible to kill. Selene (Kate Beckinsale), having vanished after the last war, is forced out of hiding when the Dark Bloods begin slaughtering both vampire and Lycan leaders, threatening to end both species.
Selene’s return is met with suspicion, especially as rumors swirl that she may have been involved in the creation of the Dark Bloods. She reunites with David (Theo James) and Michael Corvin (Scott Speedman, rumored to return), forming an uneasy alliance with old enemies. The group discovers that the true mastermind is a resurrected vampire king, long thought dead, who seeks to use the Dark Bloods to establish a new world order.
As the Dark Bloods overrun the ancient covens, Selene must confront her own legacy and the consequences of immortality. In a climactic battle set in the ruins of an Eastern European castle, Selene sacrifices herself to destroy the source of the Dark Bloods, but not before passing her powers to a new generation. The film ends with the vampire and Lycan survivors forming a council, vowing to end the cycle of war—at least for now.
Budget and Franchise Net Worth:
Underworld 6: Rise of the Dark Blood is rumored to have a production budget of around$90 million, reflecting its ambitious action sequences and heavy use of visual effects. This is in line with previous franchise entries, which have typically ranged from$35 million to$70 million in budget, but the sixth film aims for a darker, more epic scale.
The Underworld franchise as a whole has grossed over$539 million worldwide against a combined budget of$212 million, making it a profitable series for its producers. The net worth of the franchise, including home video, streaming, and merchandise, is estimated to be in the$600–700 million range.
