What We Do In The Shadows Season 1

Okay, picture this: you're living in a dusty old house with some roommates. But here's the twist – they're all vampires. Sounds like a reality show waiting to happen, right?

Well, that's basically what *What We Do In The Shadows* Season 1 is. It's a mockumentary, meaning it's presented like a serious documentary, but it's actually hilarious fiction.

Vampires in Staten Island? Seriously?

Yep! Our main trio – Nandor the Relentless, Laszlo Cravensworth, and Nadja – are ancient vampires living in modern-day Staten Island. They're supposed to be conquering the New World, but mostly they're bickering about chores and accidentally setting things on fire. Classic roommate problems, but with more blood.

Think of it like this: it's like *The Office*, but instead of selling paper, they're... well, trying (and mostly failing) to be scary vampires.

Meet the Gang (and Their Human)

Nandor is the self-proclaimed leader, a wannabe conqueror who's more of a softie deep down. He's got a loyal familiar, Guillermo, who's basically his long-suffering personal assistant and also secretly a Van Helsing descendent! The tension is palpable, and hilarious.

Then there's Laszlo, a flamboyant and eccentric vampire with a penchant for turning into a bat (badly) and crafting topiary. And his wife, Nadja, a sassy and seductive vampire who definitely wears the pants in the relationship (even though they probably don't own pants).

And let's not forget Colin Robinson, the energy vampire. He doesn't suck blood; he sucks the life out of you by being incredibly boring. Think of that coworker who drones on and on in meetings – that's Colin Robinson, but on purpose and with supernatural powers.

What Makes it So Funny?

The humor in *What We Do In The Shadows* comes from the clash between the vampires' grandiose ideas of themselves and their actual, mundane lives. They think they're terrifying creatures of the night, but they're really just awkward, clueless roommates trying to figure out how to use Uber Eats.

It's the little things, like their reactions to sunlight (very dramatic) or their attempts to hypnotize people (often unsuccessful). It's relatable because, let's be honest, we've all felt like we're not quite living up to our potential.

Highlights You Can't Miss

There's an episode where they get invited to a vampire council meeting – imagine a stuffy corporate board meeting, but with more capes and ominous pronouncements.

And the introduction of the Baron Afanas, an ancient vampire overlord who expects to be waited on hand and foot and immediately gets distracted by modern technology. It's pure comedy gold.

The slow burn of Guillermo's story is a thing of beauty. He's completely devoted to Nandor, yet constantly overlooked and abused. He is ready to protect his master at all cost but can't help himself from his destiny.

The show excels at finding humor in the mundane. Seeing these powerful, immortal beings struggle with the same everyday problems as us is the heart of the show.

Why You Should Watch It (Like, Right Now)

Season 1 of *What We Do In The Shadows* is a hilarious and heartwarming (yes, even for vampires!) show that's perfect for anyone who loves a good laugh. It's smart, silly, and surprisingly relatable.

So, grab some friends (or just your favorite plushie), dim the lights, and prepare to be entertained. You might even learn a thing or two about vampire etiquette. Or, you know, just have a good time. And if you ever wondered *What We Do In The Shadows* is about, now you know!

Trust me, you won't regret it. Unless you're a werewolf. Then maybe steer clear. Just kidding! (Mostly.)