TV series
Don't ask what they do outside the shadows.
A documentary-style look into the daily (or rather, nightly) lives of a group of vampires in Staten Island who have “lived” together for hundreds and hundreds of years.
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Checked Sep 4, 2026
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A documentary-style look into the daily (or rather, nightly) lives of a group of vampires in Staten Island who have “lived” together for hundreds and hundreds of years.
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Episode 1
The vampires try to plan a lavish bloodfeast in honor of a visit by their ancient master from the Old Country.
Directed by Taika WaititiWritten by Jemaine ClementGuest stars Jamison Webb, Kate Comer, Warren Barrow, Casey Feigh, Hayden Szeto, Jon Gabrus, Mary Gillis, Gloria Laino
Episode 2
The vampires get embroiled in local Staten Island politics as their first step to world domination.
Directed by Jemaine ClementWritten by Paul SimmsGuest stars Chris Perfetti, Hayden Szeto, Marceline Hugot, Richie Moriarty, KhaRå Martin, Alison Niven, Faith Curnew, Mary Pitt
Episode 3
The fragile truce between the vampires and Staten Island’s werewolves is tested, and Colin Robinson finds romance with a new co-worker.
Directed by Jemaine ClementWritten by Josh LiebGuest stars Vanessa Bayer, Arj Barker, Michael Man, Viviana Zarrillo, Dominic Cuzzocrea, Rob Ramsay, Kelly Penner, Hannan Younis
Episode 4
The vampires venture into Manhattan, to make an alliance with an old friend who is now the king of the Manhattan vampires.
Directed by Jemaine ClementWritten by Tom ScharplingGuest stars Khadijah Roberts-Abdullah, Byron Abalos, Jeremy O. Harris, Ariane Laezza, Kip Brown, Alex Karzis, Nalini Ingrita, Aaron Davis
Episode 5
Lazslo, in bat form, is captured by Staten Island Animal Control and must be rescued, while Nadja can no longer resist reconnecting with her reincarnated lover Gregor.
Directed by Jackie van BeekWritten by Duncan SarkiesGuest stars Siobhan Fallon Hogan, Jessica B. Hill, Justin Linville, Ted Hallett, Alex Spencer, James Roussel, Eric Andrews, Jake McDorman
Episode 6
The Baron awakens from his slumber and demands to experience the wonders of the New World in a night out on the town.
Directed by Jackie van BeekWritten by Iain MorrisGuest stars Bobby Daniels, Torin Arsenault, Mary Gillis, Gloria Laino, Alexandra Henrikson, Doug Jones, Anthony Atamanuik
Episode 7
The vampires must defend themselves as an international vampire tribunal gathers to judge them for their transgressions.
Directed by Taika WaititiWritten by Jemaine ClementGuest stars Kristen Schaal, Tilda Swinton, Jonny Brugh, Danny Trejo, Paul Reubens, Wesley Snipes, Dave Bautista, Gloria Laino
Episode 8
Nadja trains Jenna on how to take her first victim, and Nandor applies for American citizenship.
Directed by Jason WolinerWritten by Stefani RobinsonGuest stars Beanie Feldstein, Maury Ginsberg, Chantale Renee, Emily Stranges, Adrian Spencer, Dave Murgittroyd, Luis Fernandes, Veronika Slowikowska
Episode 9
Tensions run high as the vampires prepare to host the Biannual Vampire Orgy.
Directed by Jason WolinerWritten by Marika SawyerGuest stars James Dwyer, Paige Locke, Michael Giel, Victoria Whistance-Smith, Julia Vally, Alessandra Vite, Kevin Chiao, Sean Kavanaugh
Episode 10
Nandor visits one of his living descendants, and a lover from Nadja's past re-emerges.
Directed by Taika WaititiWritten by Jemaine Clement, Paul Simms, Tom Scharpling, Stefani RobinsonGuest stars Jean Edwards, Oliver Dennis, Karim Butt, Max Calinescu, Jake McDorman, Doug Jones
Episode information updated Sep 17, 2026
Kayvan NovakNandor the Relentless
Matt BerryLaszlo Cravensworth
Natasia DemetriouNadja
Harvey GuillénGuillermo de la Cruz
Mark ProkschColin Robinson / Baby Colin
Kristen SchaalFloating Woman / The Guide
Gloria LainoBaron's Familiar
Beanie FeldsteinJenna
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