What We Do in the Shadows
“Some interviews with some vampires.”
Vampire housemates try to cope with the complexities of modern life and show a newly turned hipster some of the perks of being undead.
Where to watch What We Do in the Shadows in United States
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Fandango At HomeClick a service to open What We Do in the Shadows there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is What We Do in the Shadows streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| United Kingdom | Shudder, Shudder Amazon Channel, ITVX Premium, Rakuten TV | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| Canada | — | Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Australia | Stan, SBS On Demand | JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | Shadowz, Molotov TV, Shadowz Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD |
| Spain | Amazon Prime Video, Filmin, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, AMC Channels Amazon Channel | — |
| Brazil | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
About What We Do in the Shadows
What We Do in the Shadows is a 2014 English-language comedy and horror film directed by Jemaine Clement and Taika Waititi. The cast is led by Jemaine Clement, Taika Waititi, Jonny Brugh. It has a runtime of 1h 26m. Viewers rate it 7.5/10 across 4000 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
What We Do in the Shadows was produced by Unison Films, Defender Films, and Funny or Die and made in New Zealand and United States of America. It was released on June 19, 2014, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $2 million, it went on to gross $6 million worldwide.
- Director
- Jemaine Clement, Taika Waititi
- Writers
- Jemaine Clement, Taika Waititi
- Release date
- June 19, 2014
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- New Zealand, United States of America
- Budget
- $2 million
- Box office
- $6 million
- Production
- Unison Films, Defender Films, Funny or Die
What We Do in the Shadows cast & crew
What We Do in the Shadows was directed by Jemaine Clement and Taika Waititi and written by Jemaine Clement and Taika Waititi.
The cast features Jemaine Clement as Vladislav, Taika Waititi as Viago, Jonny Brugh as Deacon, Cori Gonzalez-Macuer as Nick, Stu Rutherford as Stu, and Ben Fransham as Petyr.
Behind the camera, cinematography is by Richard Bluck and it was produced by Emanuel Michael and Taika Waititi.
Is What We Do in the Shadows worth watching?
What We Do in the Shadows holds an audience score of 7.5/10 from 3,951 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed comedy films.
At 1h 26m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy comedy and horror, What We Do in the Shadows is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch What We Do in the Shadows
What We Do in the Shadows isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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Cast of What We Do in the Shadows
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
What We Do in the Shadows — FAQs
▸Where can I watch What We Do in the Shadows in United States?
What We Do in the Shadows is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies and YouTube.
▸What language is What We Do in the Shadows in?
What We Do in the Shadows is originally in English, with audio tracks including German, English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is What We Do in the Shadows?
What We Do in the Shadows runs 1 hours 26 minutes (86 minutes).
▸What is What We Do in the Shadows rated?
What We Do in the Shadows is rated R. It holds a 7.5/10 audience score from 3,951 ratings.
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