MovieWeb

What We Do in the Shadows (2019)

What We Do in the Shadows
What We Do in the Shadows
Comedy
Horror
Sci-Fi

Release Date
March 27, 2019
Main Genre
Comedy
Seasons
1
Studio
FX

Summary

Based on the feature film of the same name from Jemaine Clement and Taika Waititi, What We Do in the Shadows is a documentary-style look into the daily (or rather, nightly) lives of four vampires who’ve “lived” together for hundreds of years. In Staten Island. The self-appointed leader of the group is “Nandor The Relentless” (Kayvan Novak), a great warrior and conqueror from the Ottoman Empire, who has taken the helm of the group despite many of his Old World tactics resulting in what some might politely refer to as bupkis. Then there’s the British vampire “Laszlo” (Matt Berry) – a bit of a rogue and a dandy and a fop, he might say. He’s a lover of mischief and a great soirée, but not as much as he loves seeing Nandor fail miserably in every attempt. And then there’s “Nadja” (Natasia Demetriou): the seductress, the temptress, the vampiric Bonnie to Laszlo’s Clyde. Her wisdom and provocative tales from times past allow us insight into the many ups and downs of living an immortal life. Also cohabiting in the vampire household is “Guillermo” (Harvey Guillén), Nandor’s familiar (a.k.a. servant/protector during the daylight hours), who wants nothing more than to be made a real vampire just like his master. Also lurking about is “Colin Robinson” (Mark Proksch), an energy vampire and day-walker of sorts -- he feasts on humans, but not on their blood. A frequent visitor is Nadja’s new friend, “Jenna” (Beanie Feldstein), a student at a nearby community college. She loves LARPing, boys, and art history, and for some reason has been rather confused lately as to why it is she so ravenously craves the flesh of the living. After an unexpected visit from their dark lord and leader, “Baron Afanas,” the vampires are reminded of what they were initially tasked with upon their arrival in Staten Island over a hundred years ago – total and complete domination of the New World. But what exactly is the best way to go about achieving said domination? Our vérité camera crew follows along as the vampires set out to answer this query. Clement created the 10-episode series. Clement, Waititi and Paul Simms are Executive Producers with Scott Rudin, Eli Bush, and Garrett Basch. What We Do in the Shadows is produced by FX Productions and stars Matt Berry, Kayvan Novak, Natasia Demetriou, Harvey Guillén and Mark Proksch.

latest

The core trio of What We Do in the Shadows. 1
What We Do in the Shadows to End With Season 6

The sixth season of acclaimed comedy-horror series What We Do in the Shadows will be the last.

By 
Taika Waititi posing with Thor 1
Every Taika Waititi Movie, Ranked

The iconoclastic director has gone from small-town New Zealand comic to Marvel master, winning Oscars and writing Star Wars scripts along the way.

By 
Split image of cameos and the main cast from What We Do in the Shadows 1
What We Do in the Shadows: Every Guest Star Appearance, Ranked

What We Do in the Shadows has become well known for it's high-profile guest stars often popping up as an unexpected guest of additional comic relief.

By  and
Split image of the funniest episodes of What We Do in the Shadows 1
13 Funniest Episodes of What We Do in the Shadows, Ranked

Here are some of the best episodes from FX's hit comedy series centering around four vampires.

By  and
Sp-lit image of Only Murders in the Building, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, and What We Do In The Shadows on Hulu 1
14 Best Series on Hulu To Watch Right Now

Here are some of the best series you'll find on Hulu right now.

By  and
What We Do In The Shadows Kayvan Novak Matt Barry Natasia Demetriou Mark Proksch Harvey Guillen  1
What We Do In the Shadows: Is the Movie or TV Show Better?

What We Do in the Shadows was both a great movie and a funny TV show, but which was better and more hilarious?

By 
What We Do in the Shadows Season 4 1
10 TV Shows to Watch if You Love What We Do in The Shadows

Fans of the Staten Island Coven may enjoy other series of ghosts, angels, and pirates.

By 
What We Do in the Shadows 1
What We Do in the Shadows: Funniest Quotes of the Series, Ranked

The compeition for funniest quotes in this vampire mockumenary is neck and neck.

By 
Harvey Guillen as Guillermo in What We Do in the Shadows 1
What We Do in the Shadows Season Five Trailer Teases Guillermo's Vampire Transformation

Will Guillermo finally become a vampire when season five returns this summer?

By 
What We Do in the Shadows Season 4 1
Why What We Do in the Shadows Season 4 Was Disappointing

Was it a mistake for FX to have greenlit two more seasons of the vampire parody after a lukewarm fourth season?

By 
What We Do in the Shadows Season 4 1
How What We Do in the Shadows’ Season 4 Finale Sets Up Season 5

Could a rare impulsive decision by Guillermo in What We Do in the Shadows’ season 4 finale actually work out in his favour?

By 
Mike Minogue and Karen O'Leary in Wellington Paranormal 1
Wellington Paranormal: This What We Do in the Shadows Spin-off Deserves More Love

Jemaine Clement and Taika Waititi's first spin-off, Wellington Paranormal, is a highly underrated show and well worth the watch.

By 
Harvey Guillen as Guillermo in What We Do in the Shadows 1
What We Do in the Shadows: The Development of Guillermo the Familiar Into Vampire Hunter

Actor Harvey Guillen says that Guillermo's character development from familiar to vampire hunter is a transformation that means something bigger.

By 
What We Do In The Shadows Kayvan Novak Matt Barry Natasia Demetriou Mark Proksch Harvey Guillen  1
What We Do In The Shadows: Cast and Character Descriptions

Jemaine Clement's hilarious and binge-worthy show What We Do in the Shadows has lots of bloodsuckers and supernatural characters to keep track of.

By 
The Casino 1
What We Do in the Shadows: Every Major Character in the Series, Ranked by Hilarity

There isn't a character in the series who isn't sidesplittingly funny at times. Nonetheless, here is our attempt to rank the main cast by hilarity.

By 
A vampire sits in a yoga class in What We Do in the Shadows 1
What We Do in the Shadows Gets Renewed for Seasons 5 and 6 as Season 4 Teaser Arrives

FX’s vampire mockumentary series What We Do in the Shadows has been renewed for the fifth and sixth seasons ahead of the Season 4 premiere.

By 
What We Do in the Shadows - Collin 100 1
What We Do in the Shadows Season Four: How Will Colin’s Story Continue?

The third season finale of What We Do in the Shadows surprised fans with a big twist. Where will Colin's story go from here?

By 
toast-of-tinseltown-topper 1
Toast Of Tinseltown Trailer Takes Toast of London's Matt Berry to Hollywood

Matt Berry's Steven Toast is headed for the bright lights of Hollywood in the sequel series Toast Of Tinseltown.

By 
What We Do in the Shadows Cast Looks Back at Season 2 During Comic-Con@Home Panel 1
Everything We Know About What We Do in the Shadows Season 4

Here's all of the information we know so far about season 4 of the hit vampire mockumentary What We Do in the Shadows.

By 
What We Do in the Shadows Gang Sport Shades at Night in Season 3 Character Posters 1
What We Do in the Shadows Gang Sport Shades at Night in Season 3 Character Posters

A set of neon character posters have the What We Do in the Shadows vamps slipping on some shades in preparation for season 3.

By 
See more articles +