Series synopsis
What We Do in the Shadows is an American comedy sci-fi & fantasy television series that premiered on FX on March 27, 2019. It ended on December 16, 2024. It was created by Jemaine Clement. It stars Kayvan Novak, Matt Berry, Natasia Demetriou and Harvey Guillén.
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.
Premise
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.
Premise: Don't ask what they do outside the shadows.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Kayvan Novak as Nandor the Relentless
- Matt Berry as Laszlo Cravensworth
- Natasia Demetriou as Nadja
- Harvey Guillén as Guillermo de la Cruz
- Mark Proksch as Colin Robinson
- Kristen Schaal as Floating Woman / The Guide
Guest cast
- Jamison Webb as Park Man
- Kate Comer as Park Woman
- Warren Barrow as Cashier
- Casey Feigh as Game Master
- Chris Perfetti as Kyle
- Hayden Szeto as Jonathan
- Marceline Hugot as Barbara Lazarro
- Richie Moriarty as Doug Peterson
- KhaRå Martin as Cheyenne
- Alison Niven as Larper #1
- Faith Curnew as Larper #2
- Mary Pitt as Ms. Oakley
Episodes
This series spans 7 seasons with 71 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 0 | 10 | September 2, 2021 | December 16, 2024 |
| Season 1 | 10 | March 27, 2019 | May 29, 2019 |
| Season 2 | 10 | April 15, 2020 | June 10, 2020 |
| Season 3 | 10 | September 2, 2021 | October 28, 2021 |
| Season 4 | 10 | July 12, 2022 | September 6, 2022 |
| Season 5 | 10 | July 13, 2023 | August 31, 2023 |
| Season 6 | 11 | October 21, 2024 | December 16, 2024 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
After the Shadows Ep. 1 - Kristen Schaal For the very first episode of After the Shadows, Harvey Guillen welcomes Kristen Schaal! The two celebrate the return of the show and Kristen’s character, The Guide. |
September 2, 2021 |
| 2 |
After the Shadows Ep. 2 - Kayvan Novak and Aida Turturro Season 3 episode 3 had a LOT going on - a roller coaster of emotions, heartbreak, a rivalry kickball game, and web design. Harvey Guillen welcomes Kayvan Novak and Aida Turturro to reminisce about filming the episode and more! |
September 9, 2021 |
| 3 |
After the Shadows Ep. 3 - Shayne Fox Half-mermaid, half-monkey. Anything is possible in the world of What We Do in the Shadows. In this special episode of After The Shadows, Harvey Guillen takes us behind the scenes and into the brilliant mind of Production Designer, Shayne Fox! |
September 16, 2021 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Pilot The vampires try to plan a lavish bloodfeast in honor of a visit by their ancient master from the Old Country. |
March 27, 2019 |
| 2 |
City Council The vampires get embroiled in local Staten Island politics as their first step to world domination. |
April 3, 2019 |
| 3 |
Werewolf Feud The fragile truce between the vampires and Staten Island’s werewolves is tested, and Colin Robinson finds romance with a new co-worker. |
April 10, 2019 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Resurrection Nadja and Laszlo's new familiar poses problems for an increasingly anxious Guillermo, and the vampires enlist the services of a local necromancer. |
April 15, 2020 |
| 2 |
Ghosts The vampires hold a séance to deal with a ghost infestation, which leads to a larger ghost infestation. |
April 15, 2020 |
| 3 |
Brain Scramblies The vampires attend their first human Super Bowl party, while Guillermo’s search for virgins uncovers a deadly threat. |
April 22, 2020 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Prisoner Guillermo's fate hangs in the balance as the vampires receive a promotion. |
September 2, 2021 |
| 2 |
The Cloak of Duplication A forbidden artifact is used to help Nandor court a health club employee. |
September 2, 2021 |
| 3 |
Gail An old flame returns, and an ancient vehicle is resurrected. |
September 9, 2021 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Reunited The vampires return from their world travels to find their mansion on the verge of collapse, and a freakish new creature in the house. |
July 12, 2022 |
| 2 |
The Lamp Nandor's search for love is finally successful, and Nadja realizes her lifelong ambition of opening a vampire nightclub. |
July 12, 2022 |
| 3 |
The Grand Opening The opening night of Nadja's vampire nightclub is threatened when the big musical guest cancels. |
July 19, 2022 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Mall The vampires discover the mall. |
July 13, 2023 |
| 2 |
A Night Out with the Guys Nandor and Laszlo have a night out with Sean and his friends. Nadja discovers the source of her bad luck. |
July 13, 2023 |
| 3 |
Pride Parade The vampires help Sean host a Pride parade. Nadja helps her doll achieve a long-held dream. |
July 20, 2023 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Return of Jerry The vampires' long-lost fifth roommate returns. |
October 21, 2024 |
| 2 |
Headhunting Guillermo gets a new job, and Colin helps Laszlo make a new friend. |
October 21, 2024 |
| 3 |
Sleep Hypnosis A dispute over who gets to use the newly available empty room under the stairs gets out of control. |
October 21, 2024 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | FX |
|---|---|
| First aired | March 27, 2019 |
| Last aired | December 16, 2024 |
| Status | ended |
| Schedule | Thursday at 22:00:00 |