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What We Do in the Shadows (2014)

โ€œSome interviews with some vampires.โ€

7.5/10 ยท 3,974 votes 1h 26m r ComedyHorror

#40 of 309 films from 2014 #294 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Jemaine Clement, Taika Waititi ยท Written by Jemaine Clement, Taika Waititi

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Overview

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 Clementas Vladislav
Taika Waititias Viago
Jonny Brughas Deacon
Cori Gonzalez-Macueras Nick
Stu Rutherfordas Stu
Ben Franshamas Petyr
Jackie van Beekas Jackie
Elena Stejkoas Pauline (The Beast)
Jason Hoyteas Julian
Karen O'Learyas Policewoman
Mike Minogueas Policeman
Chelsie Preston Crayfordas Josephine
Ian Harcourtas Zombie
Ethel Robinsonas Katherine

Facts

Release dateJune 19, 2014
Runtime86 min (1h 26m) โ€” shorter as the 2014 average of 105 min
GenresComedy, Horror
LanguageEN
Budget$1,600,000
Box office$6,300,000 (3.9ร— budget)
IMDbtt3416742

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Questions

How long is What We Do in the Shadows?
What We Do in the Shadows runs 86 minutes (1h 26m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is What We Do in the Shadows worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.5/10 across 3,974 votes, which places it #40 of 309 films released in 2014 in this index (top 87%) and #294 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed What We Do in the Shadows?
What We Do in the Shadows was directed by Jemaine Clement, Taika Waititi. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Jojo Rabbit (2019), Thor: Ragnarok (2017), Hunt for the Wilderpeople (2016).
Who stars in What We Do in the Shadows?
Jemaine Clement as Vladislav; Taika Waititi as Viago; Jonny Brugh as Deacon; Cori Gonzalez-Macuer as Nick; Stu Rutherford as Stu; Ben Fransham as Petyr.
What is What We Do in the Shadows rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for What We Do in the Shadows?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/50580.

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