The car that Jonathan Harker drives is a Hispano-Suiza. Donald Pleasence was initially offered the role of vampire hunter Van Helsing, but rejected it, saying it was too similar to his role as Dr. Loomis in the "Halloween" films. He accepted the smaller role of Dr Seward instead. This is a film adapted from a hit Broadway play. Frank Langella was nominated for a Tony Award for his stage performance of the title character. Sylvester McCoy was interviewed for Renfield The part ...[Read Story ]