FX's 'What We Do in the Shadows' Returns to Netflix: The Best Vampire Horror-Comedy on Streaming Gets Season 6 Premiere Date

FX's critically acclaimed vampire mockumentary What We Do in the Shadows is set to premiere its sixth and final season on Netflix next month, the streaming service confirmed today. The show, which has been hailed as the best horror series currently available on Netflix, is not a Netflix original but will stream new episodes starting October 21, 2024.

According to industry insiders, the new season will consist of ten episodes and wrap up the story of the Staten Island vampire household. “Fans can expect a satisfying conclusion that honors the spirit of the series—equal parts hilarious and terrifying,” said series creator Jemaine Clement in an exclusive statement.

Background

What We Do in the Shadows began as a 2014 film written and directed by Clement and Taika Waititi, satirizing vampire tropes. The TV series, which debuted on FX in 2019, follows four vampire roommates as they navigate modern life on Staten Island.

Netflix acquired the streaming rights for the first four seasons in early 2023, and the show quickly became one of the platform’s most-watched horror titles. Despite being an FX production, Netflix has marketed it aggressively, leading many subscribers to assume it was a Netflix original.

The show’s unique blend of horror and comedy has earned it a devoted fanbase. “It’s rare to find a series that balances genuine scares with laugh-out-loud moments,” noted horror critic Ana Maria Rodriguez of Bloody Disgusting. “This final season is poised to become the most talked-about horror event of the year.”

What This Means

The return of What We Do in the Shadows underscores Netflix’s strategy of licensing high-quality content from other networks to bolster its horror lineup. “By offering a complete series like this, Netflix positions itself as a go-to platform for both new and classic horror,” said streaming analyst Mark Kaplan.

For vampire fans, the show revives the classic gothic archetype—making vampires scary again after years of romanticized portrayals. This season may also set a new standard for horror-comedy crossovers in streaming, as the show has been praised for its originality.

Viewers can catch up on all previous seasons of What We Do in the Shadows now on Netflix before the sixth season premieres on October 21.