Hellboy

Name: Hellboy
Released: 2004-04-02T00:00:00-05:00

PG-13 2004 Action, Fantasy · 2h 2m

In the final days of World War II, the Nazis attempt to use black magic to aid their dying cause. The Allies raid the camp where the ceremony is taking place, but not before they summon a baby demon who is rescued by Allied forces and dubbed "Hellboy". Sixty years later, Hellboy serves the cause of good rather than evil as an agent in the Bureau of Paranormal Research & Defense, along with Abe Sapien - a merman with psychic powers, and Liz Sherman - a woman with pyrokinesis, protecting America against dark forces.

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About Hellboy

In the waning days of World War II, desperate Nazis attempt to harness the power of black magic, hoping to turn the tide of the war. An Allied raid disrupts their ceremony, but not before a baby demon is summoned. Rescued by the Allies, he is named Hellboy. Sixty years later, Hellboy works for good, not evil, as an agent of the Bureau of Paranormal Research & Defense. Alongside Abe Sapien, a psychic merman, and Liz Sherman, a pyrokinetic woman, he defends America from dark forces, battling creatures and conspiracies that threaten the world.

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Cast and Characters

Directed by the visionary Guillermo del Toro, Hellboy features a stellar cast. Ron Perlman embodies the titular Hellboy, delivering a charismatic and physically imposing performance. Selma Blair shines as Liz Sherman, the pyrokinetic agent with a troubled past. Doug Jones brings Abe Sapien to life with grace and elegance, perfectly capturing the character's gentle nature and psychic abilities. John Hurt plays Professor Trevor Bruttenholm, Hellboy's adoptive father and mentor, offering wisdom and guidance. Rupert Evans portrays Agent John Myers, the fresh-faced BPRD agent who learns about the supernatural world firsthand. Jeffrey Tambor provides comedic relief as Tom Manning, the BPRD's bureaucratic head.

What people like about Hellboy

Critics and audiences alike praised Hellboy for its unique visual style, Ron Perlman's performance, and Guillermo del Toro's direction. Many lauded the film's blend of action, humor, and horror, noting that it successfully captured the spirit of the comic book source material. The practical effects and creature designs were also widely celebrated, showcasing del Toro's dedication to bringing the supernatural world to life in a tangible and believable way. Reviewers often highlighted the film's departure from typical superhero tropes, praising its darker tone and more complex characters.

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Movie Score

67%

Released

April 2, 2004

Director

Guillermo del Toro

Film Series

Hellboy Movies

Cast

Ron Perlman, Selma Blair, Doug Jones, John Hurt, Rupert Evans, Jeffrey Tambor

Genre

Action, Fantasy

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