BBC Snaps Up Dark Drama ‘Interview with the Vampire’
The BBC has bagged the rights to the much-anticipated drama series Interview with the Vampire, based on Anne Rice’s iconic novel. This gripping seven-part show will premiere on BBC Two and be available to stream on BBC iPlayer, bringing the gothic saga to a mass UK audience.
Star-Studded Cast Brings Vampires to Life
The series stars Jacob Anderson (Game of Thrones, Doctor Who, Broadchurch) as Louis de Pointe du Lac, alongside Sam Reid (The Newsreader, Suspect, Lambs of God) playing the infamous Lestat de Lioncourt. Bailey Bass (Avatar: The Way of Water) takes on the role of Claudia, with Eric Bogosian (Succession, Billions, Uncut Gems) as journalist Daniel Molloy, and Assad Zaman (Hotel Portofino) completing the key cast.
Blood, Betrayal, and Immortality in 1900s New Orleans
Set against the haunting backdrop of early 20th-century New Orleans, the story follows Louis, a Black man grappling with his mortality and the dark deal that makes him a vampire. With Lestat’s tempting offer, Louis gains supernatural power but faces terrible consequences. The arrival of the enigmatic Claudia sparks a twisted tale of revenge, love, and redemption that stretches over decades.
BBC Boss Hails Series as ‘Sumptuous, Sensual, and Disturbing’
“Interview with the Vampire is sumptuous, sensual, complex, and disturbing,” said Sue Deeks, Head of BBC Programme Acquisition. She praised stars Jacob Anderson and Sam Reid for their standout performances, and confirmed the show remains true to Anne Rice’s gothic roots while reimagining the story for today’s viewers.
High-Calibre Creatives Behind the Scenes
The BBC acquired the series from AMC Networks. It features an impressive roster of executive producers including co-creator and showrunner Rolin Jones (Perry Mason, Friday Night Lights), Mark Johnson (Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul), and director Alan Taylor (The Sopranos, Mad Men, Game of Thrones). The direction team also includes Keith Powell, Levan Akin, and Alexis Ostrander, ensuring a stylish, gripping adaptation.
Interview with the Vampire promises a chilling, immersive vampire saga that honours Anne Rice’s timeless novel while offering a fresh, modern twist. Tune in for seven thrilling hour-long episodes packed with blood, passion, and dark secrets.
