7 Vampire Shows to Watch After 'Sinners'

From "Interview with the Vampire" to "Midnight Mass", these series share similar themes and styles with the Oscar-nominated horror film.

Jan. 27, 2026 at 9:15pm

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Fans of the Oscar-nominated vampire horror movie "Sinners" will also enjoy shows like "Interview with the Vampire", "Midnight Mass", and "The Originals". These series blend vampire lore with deeper commentary on topics like faith, identity, and cultural history, much like the genre-bending approach of "Sinners".

Why it matters

As "Sinners" continues to captivate audiences with its ambitious blend of horror, action, and social commentary, these recommended vampire shows offer similar explorations of power, morality, and the human condition through the lens of the supernatural.

The details

The list includes series that share elements with "Sinners" such as complex family dynamics ("The Originals"), the use of music and setting to establish tone ("Interview with the Vampire"), and the interplay between religion and the undead ("Midnight Mass"). Other shows like "True Blood" and "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" offer more traditional vampire thrills, while "The Strain" and "Penny Dreadful" bring a gritty, visceral take on the genre.

  • "Sinners" recently broke the record for most Oscar nominations in history.
  • "Interview with the Vampire" premiered on AMC in 2022.
  • "Midnight Mass" was released on Netflix in 2021.
  • "The Originals" aired on The CW from 2013 to 2018.
  • "True Blood" ran on HBO from 2008 to 2014.

The players

Ryan Coogler

The director of the Oscar-nominated film "Sinners".

Michael B. Jordan

The actor who plays the twin brothers Stack and Smoke in "Sinners".

Joseph Morgan

The actor who portrays Klaus in the "Vampire Diaries" spin-off series "The Originals".

Jacob Anderson

The actor who plays Louis de Pointe du Lac in the AMC adaptation of "Interview with the Vampire".

Mike Flanagan

The creator of the Netflix horror series "Midnight Mass".

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What they’re saying

“With Sinners recently breaking the record for most nominated film in Oscar history, the passion for Ryan Coogler's masterful action horror has resurfaced in a major way.”

— Isabella Soares, Author (collider.com)

“Similarly to Sinners, Interview With the Vampire also uses the vampire genre to tackle Black history, with characters grappling with racism and identity.”

— Isabella Soares, Author (collider.com)

What’s next

As "Sinners" continues to gain critical acclaim and awards recognition, fans can expect increased interest and discussion around the film's themes and influences within the broader vampire genre.

The takeaway

These vampire-centric shows demonstrate the versatility of the genre, using supernatural elements to explore complex social and cultural issues in ways that mirror the ambitious approach of "Sinners". Fans of the film will find much to appreciate in these similarly bold and thought-provoking series.