Prepare to sink your teeth into the dark allure of “Interview with the Vampire,” as the highly anticipated adaptation of Anne Rice’s classic novel makes its debut on Netflix. The first season, comprising seven thrilling episodes, along with a selection of other AMC favorites, will be available to stream starting this month, with even more content arriving in January 2025.
Unveiling a New Era of Vampire Drama
“Interview with the Vampire,” which first graced screens in October 2022, offers a fresh twist on Anne Rice’s iconic characters. Starring Jacob Anderson as Louis de Pointe du Lac and Sam Reid as Lestat de Lioncourt, the series invites viewers into a century-spanning saga of supernatural romance and existential dread. As Louis and Lestat navigate their tumultuous relationship, the show explores the dark complexities of immortality, blending elements of horror, passion, and moral conflict.
Plot Overview
At the heart of “Interview with the Vampire” is a compelling interview between aging journalist Daniel Molloy and Louis, a vampire who has lived for nearly 150 years. Reconnecting after a decades-old unpublished interview in San Francisco, Louis seeks to share his story and set the record straight. The narrative unfolds from 1910 New Orleans, charting Louis’s transformation from a Creole brothel owner to a Dubai-dwelling immortal. The series delves into his profound and often troubled relationship with his vampire maker, Lestat, offering a rich tapestry of romance, morality, and supernatural intrigue.
Trailer : Interview with the Vampire Season 2
Based on a Literary Classic
“Interview with the Vampire” is inspired by Anne Rice’s 1976 novel and expands on her Vampire Chronicles series. This new adaptation diverges from previous versions, including the 1994 film starring Brad Pitt and Tom Cruise. Under the creative direction of Rolin Jones, the series reimagines Louis as a Black businessman from the 1910s, diverging from the novel’s original portrayal. Additionally, the series brings the queer subtext of the original story to the forefront, making Louis and Lestat’s relationship a central element of the narrative.
Meet the Cast
The main cast for “Interview with the Vampire” Season 1 includes:
- Jacob Anderson as Louis de Pointe du Lac: A reflective vampire grappling with the burdens of eternal life.
- Sam Reid as Lestat de Lioncourt: A flamboyant and dramatic vampire with a taste for violence and grandeur.
- Bailey Bass as Claudia: A young vampire eternally trapped in a child’s body, dealing with the psychological impacts of eternal youth. (Note: Delainey Hayles will take over the role in Season 2.)
- Eric Bogosian as Daniel Molloy: The seasoned journalist with a complex past linked to Louis.
- Assad Zaman as Rashid: Louis’ enigmatic servant with a mysterious background.
Streaming Information
Season 1 of “Interview with the Vampire” is now available on Netflix, alongside a curated collection of AMC series.
Other AMC Series Now Streaming
As of August 19, 2024, Netflix has added thirteen AMC series, including:
- A Discovery of Witches (Seasons 1–3)
- Mayfair Witches (Season 1)
- Dark Winds (Seasons 1–2)
- Fear the Walking Dead (Seasons 1–8)
- Gangs of London (Seasons 1–2)
- Into the Badlands (Seasons 1–3)
- Kevin Can F* Himself** (Seasons 1–2)
- Monsieur Spade (Season 1)
- Preacher (Seasons 1–4)
- That Dirty Black Bag (Season 1)
- The Terror (Season 1)
- The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon (Season 1)
Additionally, two more AMC series will be available starting January 13, 2025:
- The Walking Dead: Dead City (Season 1)
- The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live (Season 1)
