Blade Throwback Trailer - Wesley Snipes Changed Superhero Movies Forever
Before the MCU, before the Avengers assembled, there was Blade. Released in 1998, Blade starred Wesley Snipes as the iconic Daywalker — a half-human, half-vampire with a thirst for justice. This gritty, R-rated Marvel adaptation paved the way for modern superhero cinema, blending martial arts, horror, and comic book lore into a genre-defining action film.
Revisit the blood-soaked legacy of one of the most influential comic book movies ever made. Directed by Stephen Norrington and written by David S. Goyer, Blade was a box office success that proved superhero films could be dark, stylish, and profitable.
With unforgettable action scenes, a killer soundtrack, and Snipes in peak form, Blade remains a cult classic and a cornerstone of Marvel’s cinematic evolution. Watch the original trailer now and see where the modern superhero era truly began.
ABOUT BLADE
Blade is a 1998 American superhero horror film starring Wesley Snipes as a half-vampire, half-human warrior. Blade uses his powers to protect humanity from a secret vampire underworld, wielding advanced weaponry to battle the evil Deacon Frost and prevent a blood-drenched apocalypse.
Packed with action, martial arts, and horror, Blade redefined superhero movies for a new era. Read more about how Blade changed the superhero genre in our feature article.
Directed By: Stephen Norrington
MPAA Rating: R
Genre: Action/Adventure, Horror
Running Time: 120 minutes
Distributed By: New Line Cinema
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