Movie

What We Do in the Shadows

“Some interviews with some vampires.”

★ 7.5(3,966)20141h 26m

What We Do in the Shadows is streaming on Shudder, Shudder Amazon Channel and ITVX Premium in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Sky Store and BFI Player. Availability checked 21 July 2026.

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Good to know

Director: Jemaine Clement, Taika Waititi
Release date: 2014-06-19
Runtime: 1h 26m
Language: German
Box office: $6,300,000
Budget: $1,600,000
Status: Released
Country: New Zealand
Studio: Unison Films

What We Do in the Shadows — trailer

About What We Do in the Shadows

What We Do in the Shadows is a 2014 movie in the Comedy and Horror genres, directed by Jemaine Clement and Taika Waititi, starring Jemaine Clement, Taika Waititi and Jonny Brugh. It has a runtime of 1 hour 26 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.5/10 from 3,966 viewers. Below you can see where to watch What We Do in the Shadows in United Kingdom — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Vampire housemates try to cope with the complexities of modern life and show a newly turned hipster some of the perks of being undead.

Cast

Jemaine Clement

Vladislav

Taika Waititi

Viago

Jonny Brugh

Deacon

Cori Gonzalez-Macuer

Nick

Stu Rutherford

Stu

Ben Fransham

Petyr

Jackie van Beek

Jackie

Elena Stejko

Pauline (The Beast)

Jason Hoyte

Julian

Karen O'Leary

Policewoman

Mike Minogue

Policeman

Chelsie Preston Crayford

Josephine

Themes & keywords

friendshipvampirecommunenew zealandmockumentaryzombiewerewolfsuburbheartbreakfraternityfound footageaftercreditsstingernosferatucommunal livingwellington new zealand

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch What We Do in the Shadows in United Kingdom?+

In United Kingdom, you can stream What We Do in the Shadows on Shudder, Shudder Amazon Channel and ITVX Premium. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Sky Store and BFI Player.

Is What We Do in the Shadows on Netflix?+

What We Do in the Shadows is not on Netflix in United Kingdom right now, but you can stream it on Shudder, Shudder Amazon Channel and ITVX Premium.

How long is What We Do in the Shadows?+

What We Do in the Shadows has a runtime of 1 hour 26 minutes (86 minutes).

Who stars in What We Do in the Shadows?+

What We Do in the Shadows stars Jemaine Clement, Taika Waititi, Jonny Brugh, Cori Gonzalez-Macuer and Stu Rutherford.

When did What We Do in the Shadows come out?+

What We Do in the Shadows is a 2014 movie directed by Jemaine Clement and Taika Waititi.

What genre is What We Do in the Shadows?+

What We Do in the Shadows is Comedy and Horror film.

Who directed What We Do in the Shadows?+

What We Do in the Shadows was directed by Jemaine Clement and Taika Waititi.