Gary Oldman Recalls On-Set Rivalry with Francis Ford Coppola on ‘Dracula’

Gary Oldman reveals his chaotic yet creative collaboration with Francis Ford Coppola on 'Bram Stoker's Dracula' at TIFF.

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September 11, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — London, United Kingdom — Gary Oldman has shared insights into the intense dynamics that shaped the 1992 film adaptation of Bram Stoker’s Dracula, a project directed by Francis Ford Coppola.

The actor, now 68, portrayed the iconic vampire in the film, which was a major box office success, grossing over $215 million on a $40 million budget. He described the experience as both challenging and rewarding, noting that he and Coppola often had disagreements but ultimately developed a mutual respect.

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Oldman recalled during a Toronto International Film Festival appearance that while they clashed at times, their relationship eventually mended. He also humorously remarked that directors are “all a bit nuts,” adding that their eccentricities are part of what makes them brilliant. The film also featured Winona Ryder, Anthony Hopkins, and Keanu Reeves.

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