The 26 Best Vampire Movies You Can Stream Right Now
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What's the first thing that comes to mind when you think about vampires? High-collared capes? Bloody fangs? Or maybe skin that glitters in the sun? Whether you’re a proud Twihard or a stickler for gory classics, we can all agree that the vampire genre is as varied as it is compelling. So, with Halloween season fast approaching, here are 26 of the best vampire movies you can rent or stream right now.
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1. ‘Interview With the Vampire’ (1994)
In this film inspired by Anne Rice's 1976 novel of the same name, Louis (Brad Pitt), a bicentennial vampire, shares the fascinating story of how he turned immortal after being suicidal over his family's death. Tom Cruise is captivating as the oldest vampire, Lestat, while Kirsten Dunst brilliantly portrays the 10-year-old human-turned-vampire, Claudia.
2. ‘What We Do In The Shadows’ (2014)
If you’re obsessed with both The Office and vampires, then this mockumentary is a must-watch. A film crew follows the lives of three vampire roommates who struggle to navigate modern-day culture and trends (all while keeping a unique diet).
3. ‘Vampire Cleanup Department’ (2017)
Think Ghostbusters, but with vampires instead of ghosts. The Hong Kong comedy horror centers on Tim Cheung (Babyjohn Choi), an awkward young boy who joins a group of trained specialists that destroy vampires.
4. ‘Let The Right One In’ (2008)
A 12-year-old boy strikes up a "harmless" friendship with his new neighbor, but he soon realizes that she’s a vampire and, even worse, she’s responsible for the gruesome murders that have been happening around town.
5. ‘Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror’ (1922)
The silent German horror film follows Thomas Hutter (Gustav von Wangenheim), who gets sent on a business trip to an isolated castle in Transylvania. However, things take a turn for the worse when he learns that his so-called client, Count Orlok (Max Schreck), is a vampire. Sound familiar?
6. ‘Twilight’ (2008)
Thrilling love triangles, angsty teenagers and brooding vampires make for such a compelling story, wouldn’t you agree? After Bella Swan (Kristen Stewart) moves to Forks, Washington, she begins an intense relationship with the mysterious Edward Cullen (Robert Pattinson), whom she discovers is a vampire. (FYI, make sure to check out Stephenie Meyer’s fifth Twilight novel after you’ve binged the entire saga.)
7. ‘Bram Stoker’s Dracula’ (1992)
After discovering that his late wife’s doppelgänger resides in England, Count Dracula takes her husband hostage and decides to track her down, hoping to win her over. The Academy Award-winning classic has a star-studded cast, including Winona Ryder, Keanu Reeves, Gary Oldman and Anthony Hopkins.
8. ‘Ganja & Hess’ (1973)
This underrated gem sent chills up our spine. When the blade of an ancient African dagger infects Dr. Hess Green (Duane Jones), he becomes a vampire and has a steamy affair with his late assistant's wife, Ganja (Marlene Clark).
9. 'Near Dark' (1987)
If you add a thrilling biker film to a modern vampire tale, you'll get this inventive love story. The movie centers on the vampire Mae (Jenny Wright) and Caleb (Adrian Pasdar), the human who she falls for.
10. ‘From Dusk Till Dawn’ (1996)
Crime and action meets gore and horror in this classic. Quentin Tarantino and George Clooney star as Seth and Richie Gecko, two troublesome brothers who run into a horde of thirsty vampires after going on a wild crime spree.
11. 'Blade' (1998)
We may or may not have initially been drawn to this film because of how good Wesley Snipes looks in leather. A half-human, half-vampire named Blade seeks to avenge his mother's death and protect mankind by hunting down and killing all vampires. There's action, suspense, dark humor and, of course, blood galore.
12. ‘Thirst’ (2009)
In an effort to help find a cure for a disease, Sang-hyun, a Christian priest, volunteers to participate in a medical experiment. But after he gets the virus, he turns into a ruthless vampire and begins to have an affair with a married woman. The South Korean flick brilliantly tackles morality and avoids common vampire movie cliches.
13. ‘The Lost Boys’ (1987)
Nostalgic, gory and cutting-edge are just a few words to describe the '80s teen horror film. The movie follows two brothers, Michael (Jason Patric) and Sam (Corey Haim), who get involved with vampires after Michael falls in love with one of their victims.
14. ‘Cronos’ (1993)
Jesus Gris (Federico Luppi), an antique dealer, discovers an ancient device that, unbeknownst to him, contains an immortal parasite that grants immortality to its host. After using it for himself, he discovers that a dying old man (Claudio Brook) is desperate to get his hands on the artifact.
15. ‘Vampire’s Kiss’ (1988)
A literary agent's one-night-stand turns into his worst nightmare after his date bites him on the neck, turning him into a vampire. Nicolas Cage's performance truly stands out in the 1989 comedy horror film.
16. ‘Only Lovers Left Alive’ (2013)
Two vampire lovers and outsiders (played by Tilda Swinton and Tom Hiddleston) struggle to survive and find their place in the modern world. Yesss to the swoon-worthy chemistry.
17. ‘The Hunger’ (1983)
Catherine Deneuve’s Miriam is as charming as they come. The beautiful vampire is determined to seduce Sarah (Susan Sarandon) and give her the gift of immortality. However, this proves to be difficult when Sarah resists.
18. ‘A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night’ (2014)
Fun fact: This is actually the first Iranian vampire western that's ever been made. A mysterious young vampire acts as a vigilante by prowling around at night and preying on men who commit crimes or harm women.
19. ‘30 Days of Night’ (2007)
When the sun fails to rise for 30 days in the town of Barrow, Alaska, the residents are trapped in darkness and forced to deal with an army of hungry vampires.
20. ‘Let Me In’ (2010)
If we could give awards for remakes that are actually good, then this one would be a top contender. Like in the first film, Let the Right One In, a young boy befriends (and eventually falls for) an unusual girl, who turns out to be a vampire. Chloë Grace Moretz and Kodi Smit-MchPhee star.
21. ‘The Fearless Vampire Killers’ (1967)
The movie offers a more quirky, light-hearted take on the classic tale. Professor Abronsius (Jack MacGowran) and his assistant travel to Transylvania and try to destroy Count von Krolock (Ferdy Mayne) after they witness him taking one of his victims.
22. ‘Underworld’ (2003)
When Selene (Kate Beckinsale), a vampire, loses both of her parents to a violent attack by the Lycans (a clan of werewolves), she becomes a trained assassin and tries to seek revenge against the species.
23. ‘Daybreakers’ (2009)
Take a (terrifying) trip to this futuristic world, where there are vampires galore and practically no humans. After a plague transforms most of the population into immortal beings, humans become nearly extinct, leaving the vampires at a severe disadvantage.
24. ‘Stake Land’ (2010)
If you’re a fan of The Walking Dead, then this film is right up your alley. When a dangerous plague turns America into a nation of ravenous vampires, a hunter and an orphan must seek refuge abroad.
25. ‘Vampire In Brooklyn’ (1995)
This comedy horror flick delivers several laugh-out-loud moments. Eddie Murphy stars as Maximillian, the last surviving vampire in his bloodline. In order to keep the lineage going, he travels all the way to Brooklyn and searches for a woman to seduce.
26. ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ (1992)
Although we would've loved to see Sarah Michelle Gellar take on the main role in this movie adaptation, Kristy Swanson doesn't disappoint. When Buffy Summers learns that she is destined to slay a nest of vampires, her world is turned upside down.
