Irish author Bram Stoker publishes the Gothic horror novel 'Dracula', introducing the character Count Dracula to the literary world.
The character Dracula is adapted for the stage for the first time in the play 'Dracula' by Hamilton Deane, expanding the character's popularity beyond literature.
Count Dracula makes his iconic film debut portrayed by Bela Lugosi in the Universal Pictures movie 'Dracula', cementing the character's image in popular culture.
Christopher Lee takes on the role of Dracula in the Hammer Horror films, introducing a more brutal and sensual version of the character, notably starting with 'Horror of Dracula'.
Film directed by Francis Ford Coppola, starring Gary Oldman, visually revives and reinterprets Dracula with elaborate costumes and designs inspired by the original novel and folklore.
The character Dracula becomes a staple antagonist in video games, most notably in the 'Castlevania' series, expanding the character's reach into interactive media.
Dracula appears and is reimagined in various comic book series, including Marvel Comics where he becomes a recurring character and vampire lord.
The character continues to appear in numerous books, films, TV shows, and other media, adapting to contemporary tastes and interpretations, maintaining strong cultural presence into the 21st century.
The birth of Vlad III, who would later become known as Dracula, in Transylvania.
Vlad is taken hostage by the Ottoman Empire to ensure his father's loyalty.
Vlad III becomes the ruler of Wallachia and starts his reign.
Vlad III wages war against Ottoman forces and consolidates power through his harsh methods.
Stories of Vlad the Impaler's cruelty start spreading, inspiring the Dracula legend.
Vlad III dies in battle against Ottoman forces, ending his rule.
In various fictional accounts, Dracula rises as a vampire and begins his undead existence.
Dracula travels to England intending to spread his vampiric influence.
Dracula is defeated by a group led by Professor Van Helsing, ending his threat.
