Famous Actors We Didn’t Know Played Vampires
Vampires have been lurking on screens for decades, and while you probably know the usual bloodsuckers, many famous actors have secretly taken on vampire roles in movies and TV shows. Some parts were big, others just quick cameos you’d miss if you blinked or looked away for even a brief moment. From classic horror films to cult vampire movies and TV shows, these stars kept the vampire myth alive without stealing the spotlight. Get ready to discover actors who took a bite out of vampire characters and left us creeped out and entertained for years to come.
Bill Nighy
Played vampire David with charm and wit in What We Do in the Shadows TV series.
Tilda Swinton
Transformed into an ethereal vampire with otherworldly presence in Only Lovers Left Alive.
Klaus Kinski
Known for intense vampire roles in several European horror films with intensity.
Helena Bonham Carter
Embraced the dark role of vampire with elegance in The Creepy Chronicles of Anne Rice.
David Bowie
Cast a hypnotic spell as the seductive vampire Jareth in The Hunger.
Jonathan Rhys Meyers
Exuded intense charisma as a seductive vampire in Mortal Instruments and other tales.
Salma Hayek
Turned up the heat as sultry vampire Santánico Pandemonium in From Dusk Till Dawn.
Alexander Skarsgård
Owned the screen as the rugged vampire prince Eric Northman in True Blood with undeniable swagger.
Rutger Hauer
Blended grit and charm in compelling vampire roles across cult horror films.
Tom Hiddleston
Charmed as an elegant vampire with deep style in Only Lovers Left Alive.
Eva Green
Exuded dark power as seductive vampire queen Vanessa Ives with a mysterious aura in Penny Dreadful.
Christopher Lee
Commanded the screen with gravitas as Count Dracula in classic vampire films.
Gary Oldman
Brought dramatic flair to the legendary Count Dracula in Dracula (1992).
Kristen Stewart
Sparkled controversially as a teenage vampire navigating forbidden love in the Twilight saga.
Johnny Depp
Brought a rebellious edge to vampire lore in Dark Shadows.
Brad Pitt
Gave soul to Louis, a conflicted vampire wrestling with timeless existence in Interview with the Vampire.
Winona Ryder
Turned into a glamorous vampire in Dracula, bringing gothic charm and depth.
Wesley Snipes
The half-vampire vampire hunter who kept things cool in Blade.
Kate Beckinsale
Took on the role of a fierce vampire warrior in Underworld, wielding lethal style.
Tom Cruise
Brought to life the iconic vampire Lestat in Interview with the Vampire, mixing charisma and menace.
