AMC has confirmed the return of “Interview With the Vampire” for its second season, slated to premiere on Sunday, May 12. Alongside the announcement, the network unveiled a trailer and first look images, offering fans a glimpse into the upcoming installment.
Set in the year 2022, the series follows vampire Louis de Pointe du Lac (Jacob Anderson) as he recounts his tumultuous life to journalist Daniel Molloy (Eric Bogosian). Season 2 picks up after the events in New Orleans in 1940, where Louis and teen vampire Claudia (now played by Delainey Hayles) attempted to dispatch Lestat de Lioncourt (Sam Reid). The narrative unfolds as Louis and Claudia embark on a journey to Europe in search of Old World Vampires and the infamous Theatre Des Vampires in Paris. It’s here that Louis encounters vampire Armand (Assad Zaman), leading to a complex and consequential love affair.
Joining the cast for Season 2 is David Costabile, known for his roles in “Breaking Bad” and “Suits,” in the role of Leonard, a seasoned TV personality. Additional recurring guest stars include Roxane Duran as Madeleine and Bally Gill as “Real Rashid.”
Watch a clip of the new season below.
Beyond the vampire realm, AMC provided updates on other projects within the Anne Rice Immortal Universe. “Mayfair Witches” has commenced production on its eight-episode second season in New Orleans, featuring new cast additions such as Alyssa Jirrels, Ted Levine, and Thora Birch. The network also disclosed plans for a third series within the same universe, written and executive produced by John Lee Hancock. This new show will explore Rice’s fictional secret society, the Order of the Talamasca, known for its psychic detectives investigating supernatural beings. While details about the title and cast remain undisclosed, AMC’s commitment to expanding the Anne Rice Immortal Universe is evident, solidifying the enduring legacy of Rice’s works in the realm of television.
