But its playing in a similar space of having fun with an established horror character.
Its Dracula is a petty jerk taking his time going through the crew of the titular ship.
The lack of franchise obligations have given Universal a new lease on life with these characters.
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It looks like its able to stand on its own two vampiric feet without teasing any future guest stars.
Abigail releases in theaters on April 19.
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