Van Helsing: The London Assignment facts for kids

Van Helsing: The London Assignment is a short animated movie from 2004. It tells a story that happened before the main Van Helsing live-action movie, so it's like a "prequel." Two famous actors, Hugh Jackman and Robbie Coltrane, voiced their characters again in this animated film, just like they did in the bigger movie.

Discovering Van Helsing's Adventure

This animated film takes you back to Victorian London, a time when gas lamps lit the streets and mysterious creatures lurked in the shadows. It shows one of the early adventures of Gabriel Van Helsing, a famous monster hunter. He works for a secret organization that protects the world from evil.

Who Are the Main Characters?

• Gabriel Van Helsing (voiced by Hugh Jackman): He is the brave monster hunter. In this movie, he's on a mission to stop a dangerous creature in London.
• Dr. Jekyll / Mr. Hyde (voiced by Robbie Coltrane): This character is a scientist who has a dark secret. He can turn into a monstrous version of himself called Mr. Hyde. Van Helsing must deal with both sides of this complex character.
• Queen Victoria (voiced by Tress MacNellie and Tara Strong as young Queen Victoria): The powerful ruler of England during this time.