The movie begins with two couples, Charles and Diana and Alan and Helen, traveling through the Carpathian Mountains. They stop at a local inn and are warned by the locals not to continue their journey to the abandoned castle of Count Dracula, but they do not heed the warnings.
Upon arriving at the castle, they are met with hostility by the Count's servant, Klove, who reluctantly agrees to let them stay. That night, Klove murders Alan and hangs his body over the Count's ashes, which revives Dracula.
Dracula then turns his attention to Helen, believing her to be the reincarnation of his long-lost love. He hypnotizes her and transforms her into his vampire bride, while Charles and Diana try to fend off the increasing threat.
The movie includes classic elements of vampire lore, such as the use of garlic and crosses to ward off Dracula's powers. It also features dramatic scenes of action and horror, including a thrilling chase through the castle as the survivors try to escape Dracula's clutches.
Overall, Dracula: Prince of Darkness is a chilling and suspenseful horror movie that is sure to satisfy fans of the vampire genre.
