This show is a mockumentary comedy. It follows four vampires- Nandor, Laszlo, Nadja and energy vampire Colin Robinson- on Staten Island. Centuries old, yet their antics show struggles with modern life. Hilarious and absurd situations unfold. Interactions with humans and other supernatural beings? A comedic take on vampire lore. It shows a funny side of being undead today.

Discover Your Vampire Type from What We Do in the Shadows

Energy Vampire

Oh man, the Energy Vampire is just the ultimate in awkwardness, right? They’re like that one friend who drains your life force during a conversation about the weather. Just imagine them standing there, wearing a bland sweater, talking about their day in excruciating detail while you feel your soul slowly slipping away. But here’s the kicker – they actually don’t get it! It’s totally hilarious and kind of sad all at once. You know they mean well, but you’re left just thinking, “Why is this happening to me?”

Emotional Vampire

Okay, the Emotional Vampire is a whole vibe! They’re like the person who walks into a room and instantly brings all the feels with them. You know the type, right? They can totally turn a fun party into a therapy session, but in a way that makes you simultaneously laugh and cry. It’s like they feed off the dramatic tension—seriously, their life is basically one big soap opera! And they might have this somewhat melodramatic flair, wearing all black and sipping dark coffee, but you can’t help but be drawn in. It’s just too relatable, you know?

Familiar

Ah, the Familiar! They’re like the cute, quirky sidekick that you just can’t get enough of. Usually, they’re this quirky little creature, a mix of enthusiasm and loyalty that makes them the perfect helper to their vampire master. Picture them running around, doing all the mundane stuff—like fetching blood or cleaning up after the chaos—while also having the absolute best one-liners. They might seem small, but they have the biggest heart (and maybe a few hidden talents, like being an unexpected master chef). Honestly, they make everything better and add that perfect sprinkle of humor to all the vampire drama!

Jiangshi

OMG, the Jiangshi is such a wild card! They’re like this ancient Chinese vampire that hops around and is just super creepy but also kind of fascinating, right? Their whole thing is that they’re a reanimated corpse, which is just hardcore! They’ve got this traditional vibe with their old-school clothes, but then they’re just bouncing around with that awkward hopping motion, and it’s both terrifying and hilarious. Plus, sometimes they have this strange obsession with eating the living, which adds a whole new level of chaos to their character. You can’t help but be like, “Whoa, what’s going on with this guy?”

Classic Vampire

Ah, the Classic Vampire – the OG, baby! Think dark, brooding, and impossibly charming – like, can we just talk about how they totally set the standard for all vampires? They’ve got the cape, the fangs, and a penchant for lurking in shadows, and let’s be real, they know how to throw a fancy party (with blood-red wine, of course). But here’s the catch: beneath all that suave exterior, they’ve got some serious existential angst going on! They’re all about that eternal life but also grappling with loneliness and the consequences of their choices. It’s like, yes, you’re a heartthrob, but you’re also just really sad sometimes! So relatable!