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Steven Moffat and Mark Gatiss’ new version of Dracula will be a three-part miniseries for the BBC and Netflix.

According to the Hollywood Reporter, Dracula will begin in Transylvania in 1897, where the blood-drinking Count is drawing up his plans against Victorian London.

According to co-creators, writers and executive producers Moffat and Gatiss , “There have always been stories about great evil. What’s special about Dracula is that Bram Stoker gave evil its own hero.”

Piers Wenger, controller of BBC Drama, said: “Steven and Mark’s ingenious vision for Dracula is as clever as it is chilling. In their talented hands the fans will experience the power of Bram Stoker’s creation as if completely anew. We are thrilled to be collaborating with them and the brilliant team at Hartswood on yet another iconic British series.”

Added Larry Tanz, vp content acquisition at Netflix: “We can’t wait to bring Steven Moffat and Mark Gatiss’ brilliant storytelling to our members around the world and we are eager to collaborate on yet another series with the BBC.”

And Sue Vertue, exec producer at Hartswood Films, said: “We are absolutely thrilled to be back at the BBC, and also delighted that Netflix are coming on board with Dracula. There’s nothing like fresh blood.”