The Blood Countess

The Blood Countess (2026)



Die Blutgräfin

4.0 2026 119 min Austria, Germany, Luxembourg

Director: Ulrike Ottinger

Cast: Isabelle Huppert, Birgit Minichmayr, Thomas Schubert, Lars Eidinger, André Jung

Drama Horror
A relentless hunt unfolds as the Blood Countess and her loyal maid set out in search of the crimson elixir of immortality and a forbidden tome that could shatter the vampire world. Racing against them are a determined police inspector, a pair of vampire experts, a herbivorous nephew, and his therapist—all locked in a high-stakes pursuit through shadow and legend.

More About This Film

The Blood Countess, a highly anticipated period horror film set for release in 2026, centers on the infamous historical figure Countess Erzsébet Báthory. Portrayed by acclaimed actress Isabelle Huppert, the narrative follows the Countess as she awakens from a prolonged beauty sleep and emerges in Vienna. The plot details her desperate quest for a vital red elixir to maintain her youth, a journey fraught with danger as she evades her nephew and his therapist.

  • Isabelle Huppert leads the cast as the titular Countess, bringing her legendary intensity to the role of one of history's most notorious figures.
  • Birgit Minichmayr joins the ensemble as Zofe Hermine, serving as the Countess's loyal maid throughout the story.
  • Thomas Schubert is cast as Baron Rudi Bubi von Strudl zur Buchtelau, adding to the complex web of characters surrounding the Countess.
  • The film promises a psychological thriller approach to the legend, focusing on the Countess's evasion tactics and her search for supernatural rejuvenation.

Where to Watch

As 'The Blood Countess' is scheduled for a 2026 release, it is not yet available for streaming or purchase. Availability will be updated upon theatrical and digital distribution.

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