At the time of its release, the film received mixed reviews, as critics felt it didn't quite reach the heights of Blazing Saddles . However, it has since found a devoted fan base. Much of the film's charm comes from signature deadpan delivery, which perfectly contrasts with the absurd, slapstick situations—such as an overly gory staking scene that becomes a literal bloodbath.

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Leslie Nielsen as Count Dracula, Mel Brooks as Van Helsing, Steven Weber as Jonathan Harker, and Amy Yasbeck as Mina.