What We Do in the Shadows: Season 5
Season 5 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of What We Do in the Shadows Season 4.
- Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
- Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
- Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Episode Guide
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A Night Out with the Guys
Jul 13, 2023
Nandor and Laszlo have a night out with Sean and his friends. Nadja discovers the source of her bad luck.
Pride Parade
Jul 20, 2023
The vampires help Sean host a Pride parade. Nadja helps her doll achieve a long-held dream.
The Campaign
Jul 27, 2023
Colin runs for office, Nandor makes a new friend and Nadja reconnects with her roots.
Local News
Aug 3, 2023
Coverage of a local water main break brings unwanted attention to the vampires.
Urgent Care
Aug 10, 2023
When Guillermo is injured, Nadja takes him to Urgent Care. Colin has trouble feeding.
Hybrid Creatures
Aug 17, 2023
Nadja gives back to her community. Laszlo's experiments have some unexpected results.
A Weekend at Morrigan Manor
Aug 31, 2023
The housemates are invited for a weekend away at the home of a mysterious, illustrious vampire.