Underworld: Blood Wars (2016) is the fifth installment in the Underworld film series, directed by Anna Foerster. The film continues the dark, action-packed saga of the war between vampires and lycans (werewolves), focusing on the ongoing battle and the main character’s quest for survival. The film follows Selene (Kate Beckinsale), a skilled vampire Death Dealer who has been battling the lycans and the vampire elders throughout the series. In Underworld: Blood Wars, Selene is on the run from both factions. The lycans are determined to capture her due to her unique bloodline, which makes her a key target in their quest for domination. Meanwhile, the vampire covens are engaged in internal power struggles and seek Selene’s help to secure their survival.

The plot centers on Selene’s efforts to escape from her enemies while uncovering deeper conspiracies and secrets within the vampire coven. She is drawn into a conflict involving the vampire coven’s political machinations and the lycans’ relentless pursuit. Her journey leads her to uncover hidden truths and to confront powerful adversaries, including new lycan leaders and rogue vampires. Underworld: Blood Wars is known for its stylized action sequences, gothic visuals, and the continuation of the series’ signature dark and atmospheric tone. The film maintains the franchise’s focus on elaborate fight choreography and special effects, with an emphasis on the ongoing conflict between vampires and lycans.

Critics and audiences had mixed responses to the film, with some praising the action sequences and visual style, while others found the plot and character development lacking. Despite this, Underworld: Blood Wars continues the established lore of the Underworld series and provides fans with more of the franchise’s signature blend of supernatural action and intrigue.