The 'Interview With the Vampire' Cast on the Vampire Bond and Living Across Time Periods

Stars of Interview with the Vampire Jacob Anderson, Delainey Hayles, Sam Reid, Eric Bogosian, and Assad Zaman speak with Rotten Tomatoes correspondent Karama Horne about the upcoming season. Karama also speaks with Creater and Executive Producer Rolin Jones and Executive Producer Mark Johnson! The stars talk about the Vampire bond between one another, the new life Louis and Claudia have started in Paris, what it is like playing a vampire across many different time periods and more! Interview with the Vampire Season 2 premieres May 12th on AMC and AMC+.
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00:10 Jacob Anderson, Delainey Hayles, Sam Reid
12:17 Eric Bogosian & Assad Zaman
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[@demolitionlxvrs3627]

Sam saying lestat needed to die to get a grip LMFAO

[@brenellhornsby6566]

I thought it refreshing that Sam truly knows Lestat and is not romanticizing him.

[@camcasiano701]

@@brenellhornsby6566I agree. He did need to die. Not actually but I believe for Lestat to truly understand the importance of his role in the story and how he truly played a significant part in tarnishing his relationship with two people he loved, he needed to have that “ending” and that time to get his mind straight

[@tr1v1a_]

"louis doesn't like theatre kids" LMAOO

[@sharkteethjjz2538]

Assad is so beautiful... like a renaissance painting

[@cullenarthur8879]

That's appropriate, since in the books, Armand is supposed to look like someone out of a Renaissance painting.

[@sugarx6687]

the most beautiful guy to me is Sam reid. and he looks amazing toegther with Jacob...they look so hot together.

[@sharkteethjjz2538]

@@sugarx6687 they are all gorgeous

[@brenellhornsby6566]

God knows he is!

[@lgg7858]

Armand is absolutely breathtaking. I would eat him up.

[@starzy154]

Assad is so animated and has the sweetest voice

[@VuotoPneumaNN]

It's great that this series has not only great writers but also such intelligent and well spoken actors who care so deeply about the story.

[@pufturenkedylr]

assad’s voice is so calming idk how to explain it hes so sweet !!

[@dogquixote]

Rolin and the writers discovering a newfound love for Armand and coming to view the story from his perspective and knowing where they can take his character in the future is all so refreshing to hear 🥹 and of course Assad’s incredible performance and understanding of his character has me beyond excited for what’s to come! Brilliant questions btw!

[@ilanaalmeida8883]

they better get that green light, I need to see rockstar lestat in screen

[@Mprofundo]

Yes we all need to see Lestat backstory on screen. Hope they announce season 3 ….this week end.😊

[@m.ceniza4688]

Please!!! It would be a waste to not film the other books with the wonderful actors on the show :'((

[@tabularasaconfirmed]

Not only that but Lelio the Wolfkiller! We’re getting a taste of it this season but his story is so, so important to who he eventually becomes

[@KofWands2QofCups]

​​@@tabularasaconfirmed Yes, absolutely 💯 on that. The 2nd book is necessary to get to glimpse Lestat's beginnings which reveal so much of his personality which is multi-layered. His human family dynamic is also very interesting if they go according to the book. I would also like to see how they will handle the scene with the wolves which is extremely important.

[@Drunkenbubbles1201]

It’s up to Christopher rice.he is taking place mum

[@user-ji5yh5kk8n]

Any interview with Assad and Eric is pure gold

[@sweetpea17]

Young Lady, you have done a brilliant job interviewing these actors. You asked the right questions in such a way that they really enjoyed speaking in depth. You drew them out and they are very excited about their characters. Like they learned life wisdoms doing this show. Brava on your skills. Best interview I've seen in some time. I even rewatched. You didn't interrupt. Very classy. Thank you

[@Theblerdgurl]

OMG Thank you so much!♥

[@carefuld9779]

I totally agree!! Usually, I skip cast interviews because they are boring, but this time around.. I watched the entire interview..bravo on a job well done 👏🏽

[@nkechi4635]

@@Theblerdgurl I've got to second that, this is probably the best out of all the "big channel" interviews, you did a fantastic job!

[@Theblerdgurl]

@@nkechi4635 Thank you so much!

[@Scorpionsun]

@@Theblerdgurlyes, I agree, you did a great job interviewing all 3 with your questions, but most of all, you gave each character equal time with questions and answers. 👏🏻 👏🏻

[@littleliv_]

Love how much this cast cares about the source material and this amazing show. We are blessssed with these amazing people

[@helenvane]

we're so lucky to have all these wonderful people working on this show. you can tell they're all so deeply passionate about the source material and understand their characters and roles achingly well. season 2 isn't even out yet, and I'm already hoping and praying season 3 gets greenlit. something this earnest and beautiful deserves the room to unravel to its end.

[@EpicBeard815]

22:40 This is an INSANE anecdote to drop in an interview. Bogosian seems to have lived the show already

[@nkechi4635]

Right?? Had to open his wiki real quick, what kinda life was he living lmaoo

[@anthonyufert8477]

Green light season 3 immediately! What are you waiting for AMC?!?

[@anacarolmsc]

"Embrace It" moment once again 🤣🤣🤣 Thanks Jam 💜 What a lovely talented bunch, I could hear them all for hours, great conversations, I cannot wait!!!

[@evangelinasmusic]

I’ll be so happy for Eric when Daniel finally gets turned 😂 he’s been talking about wanting that from day 1!

[@Jassiepoohbear]

Lol this is so true! He absolutely deserves his moment in the sun... or should I say moon 😂

[@blessingakpan91]

Assad is too pretty 😍

[@tvaddict6623]

He has the sweetest face!

[@tvaddict6623]

Absolutely stellar interview and interviewer- she asked great questions and elicited great responses and insights. Bravo! 👏

[@Theblerdgurl]

Thank you!♥

[@susanatempel2463]

Really enjoyed the entire interview but loved Bogosian and Zaman's segment...laughed out loud a few times. As always a great interview! Always asking the questions that requires thoughtful answers and it just makes for a better interview all around! Bravo!

[@glamazon6172]

My brain is on fire for this show.

[@michaebaisden1882]

One of the best interviewers I’ve seen on their promo runs. Keep her on the mic!

[@Theblerdgurl]

Thank you so much!

[@Francis_Lockhart]

Vamp family ❤ So close to Sunday. The cast is so amazing!

[@haylie5828]

this is honestly one of the best interviews of the cast!!! thank you so much for doing this, interviewing all of them & for the amazing questions that really allowed you all to discuss more in depth on the characters+ storylines!!

[@bartolomeestebanmurillo4459]

I like what Sam said that Lestat wasn't being facetious when he said the vampires in the old world are much worse than he is and that is true. Lestat is easy going in comparison to the vampires in the old world something Louis and Claudia find out the hard way. On another note, why do I think Louis becomes a Beatnik years after?

[@vtrlz1998]

such a good interview! we got some of the most thoughtful answers out of both seasons. thank you!

[@miraafloyd]

I’m soooo excited for S2! I NEED S3 and more seasons! This show is such an amazing tribute to Anne Rice’s vision!

[@thehallofvalhalla]

The Vampire Lestat next season oooooooh

[@hannah11pell]

I hope AMC announces season 3 as soon as possible, I need to know we're getting more lol

[@JB-nx3el]

Great interview. AMC would be CRAZY not to green light the next season doing The Vampire Lestat. Fingers crossed!

[@evangelinasmusic]

We need that green light for Lestat!!! Thanks for this interview I needed it!

[@mitchmatt6002]

I was already salivating at the thought of what we're about to receive in S2, but these three interviews have sent my anticipation levels INTO ORBIT - and I'm so grateful for the intelligent questions, and the equally thoughtful and gleeful answers that every one of them gave! I can honestly say that I admire everyone involved - cast and crew - and I'm desperate to hear the score from Daniel for this season! They truly can't wait for us to experience what they all worked hard to create - and I AM READY! TY, RT! 💕

[@ashildretzky]

I've been watching *a lot* of cast and creator interviews for insight about the series, and I have to say, this has been my favorite so far. Really great job! 👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@sramirez3146]

they’re so beautiful i wish this wasn’t filmed on a microwave. we need to see their beauty in HD @amc

[@ingliszkau]

What a great set of interviews! Thank you so much for that ❤

[@mayaamis]

oh wow the mother of all interviews right here!! 🥰🥰🥰 thank you for this!!!! the way cast knows their material and how they resonate with their characters is so amazing. all the things they say about their characters makes me wanna tear up! also loved that Rolin and Mark are included here too! everyone has such passion for this project we've been blessed ❤

[@weavernichole2462]

Outstanding interviewer. Truly, great to watch from start to finish.

[@evenstarari]

What a great interview! Always love when questions really allow the cast and crew to open up about their characters and the production ❤ cant believe its back tomorrow!

[@SA-cb2it]

I am now obsessed with Lestat! I watched the show casually first and as it progressed I had to pay attention and had to watch it again and I am just obsessed with this show, I hope they release season 3 soon before the euphoria dies down, a lot of times with huge periods between seasons you tend to get disconnected and forget what it made you feel and then it feels like watching something new, I have abandoned many shows because of the disconnection. I would love to watch more of Lestat, and Lestat and Louis together, they look so good together. I am glad we are done with Claudia, I hope the story moves forward keep Louis and Lestat at center

[@deannah.3643]

Wow, so much to think about, look forward to and digest with this coming season. Every time I think I’m ready or know what to expect, I get turned around! I really enjoyed hearing from the cast and creative, thank you for all of the great questions.

[@quidproquo_mwi1235]

I can't wait to watch the first episode of the second season. This has been one of my most anticipated returns this year. Everyone sounds so excited for us to see what they've done and the story that they've woven together and I like what they could divulge already. The excitement and anticipation is palpable. Questions were engagement and thoughtful and allowed them dig into what they love about the show, the characters and their interactions. Fabulous job as an interviewer as always Karama. I always love how you give the people you interview space to let them get their thoughts out and how their answers help flow into the next question and how comfortable you make them feel, not to mention you're own excitement for subject! Rotten Tomatoes if you're listening/reading give her more interviews, segments, etc.!

[@Theblerdgurl]

Tonight!

[@nikhitamakan4851]

jacob singing 'embrace it' at 6:55 hahahaha!!

[@Lionhearted626]

All of the actors have such fascinating and intriguing and satisfying pieces of wisdom and insight to share. Not only about their own characters but about life.

[@fourteller]

Great interviews with both cast and execs - some really insightful questions that elicited illuminating responses.

[@nkechi4635]

I'm glad I happened to see this interview after watching episode 6 of season 2. All the insights make so much sense

[@wheeloffortune2908]

This is such interesting interview, really love listening their takes of their characters, the thinking and background behind their action in specific moments

[@jade-rt2jt]

such a good interview! loved these questions

[@GotdioN]

Karama always does the best interviews! I’m excited to watch this now

[@crazy-kuroneko]

This is such a great interview, from the questions and interviewer. Thanks

[@YetAnotherVisaRun]

Who else is waiting for Season 3 The Vampire Lestat?

[@amatije]

I'd like to see Vampire Lestat turned into the show. My favorite of all the books.

[@hannah11pell]

Can't wait for this show to come back. It's so brilliant.

[@CWCalumni]

Fantastic interview!

[@ShawnMarieLong]

Great interview!! Can’t wait to see this season!!

[@booksgurrsandpurrs]

Such an incredible interview!

[@LouieGe]

I can't wait for the series!!!

[@lenakataeva7525]

I love the interview! I love this amazing show and such brilliant cast!

[@CeciLi-g9d]

Fantastic interviews! This is my family!

[@Scorpionsun]

Actually watched and listened to this whole interview, thank you!

[@Theblerdgurl]

Thank you so much!

[@pcbh9789]

this is such a good interview with great quesions! ❤‍🔥❤‍🔥❤‍🔥❤‍🔥❤‍🔥❤‍🔥❤‍🔥❤‍🔥

[@crazierthanusince96]

Thank you so much for asking about Queen of the Damned!! 💜

[@Theblerdgurl]

It was literally all I could think about!

[@HawkinaBox]

0:58 Damn Lestat looks absolutely gorgeous.

[@jorgerpena]

Can't wait!

[@sashakhrlmv]

Wow so much new information

[@CaramelKittyKat]

Great insight!

[@denisek7]

Thank you, very interesting~

[@fordmo-class7374]

Although this is a well done interview. However, I am distracted by the interviewer’s uncanny resemblance to Josephine Baker: shape of her face, skin tone, her smile and her hair style choice. 😮.

[@Theblerdgurl]

OMG what huge compliment Thank you!💗

[@fordmo-class7374]

@@Theblerdgurl😊

[@bhh6662]

We are getting a season 3 y’all!!!! The vampire lestat!!!!!!! We are getting the green light 😂

[@nightfury_5]

These were all such great questions.

[@faitthy]

25:05 when i tell you i jumped. ep 5 flashed before my very eyes 😂 love the whole cast - cant wait for season 3!!!😊

[@KittyDiaz-bi2ub]

I cant freaking wait ❤

[@georgia9283]

good god I’m excited

[@STAWTEREHWYREVE-dx7si]

I usually don't like it when shows bend to the fans' wishes, but IF/WHEN this show gets a third season, these two lovebirds need to stay together. In the books Lestat ends up with somebody else, but that's not something any of us wants to see.

[@sbrooks117]

Realized it's odd to see them blink so much in interviews -- without those contacts....

[@ashleighcalvert8937]

It will be amazing when Daniel meets Lestat he will definitely be telling Lestat about himself and he will not like it one bit

[@antionettebubbles]

They recasted Claudia?

[@quidproquo_mwi1235]

Yep. Bailey Bass has a prominent role in the Avatar film series which made it difficult for her to film Interview so they had to recast her role.

[@8girl]

IMPECÁVEL !

[@sugarx6687]

the way Jacob looks at Sam......

[@Daily_Survivor]

Does anyone know what time period lestat being a rock star will be in?

[@camcasiano701]

In the books it’s the 90s, in the movie Queen of The Damned it’s the 2000s, but for the show I believe it’s modern day simply because of the teaser we saw, we can hear older Daniel in the background directing the documentary

[@MamaBearAngela]

Assad is way too pretty! Not fair. I'm in love.

[@lenakataeva7525]

Indeed not fair to be this gorgeous

[@skywrd_]

not eric kinning on daniel

[@user-tn6fh7ng9h]

I am going to commit a felony and look at tonight’s first installment of inter with a vampire , and not record and look at it later. I don’t look at live tv.

[@pinstripeowl]

💚

[@brenellhornsby6566]

Eric needs to think again about his statement of Louis' illusory perspective regarding his "goodness and light" nature. Louis demonstrated with great heart that he is far more ethical and humane than Daniel ever will be by NOT slapping Daniel into Christmas 2050 after Daniel assaulted him! Does Eric think that the audience is asleep? While viewers tend to support Daniel, few would personally tolerate his cynicism and acerbic, mistrustful nature. Few would have the patience! He is the original and insensitive GRINCH.

[@RockChick63174]

That's hilarious.

[@amjh4lah809]

8th 😊

[@Hebrew247]

Bass being replaced for whatever reason was strange. Bass's performance made her a perfect fit for the role.

[@gmunden1]

Bailey Bass is under contract with James Cameron for the Avatar films. She could not do both. The re-casting of Claudia was flawless. British actress, Delainey Hayles is a phenomenal actress. She's doing a great job.

[@maureenjohnson6888]

PHENOMENAL!

[@maureenjohnson6888]

​@@gmunden1Bailey owned the role of Claudia in Season 1 and Delainey owned it in Season 2!

[@RixxeyG]

This interview is **fantastic.** Great questions and lots of time to listen to everybody properly work through what they want to say. ❤ I appreciate not every interviewer has the time or even interest to really learn about their interviewees, but it’s always so satisfying to watch an informed reporter. ☺️ Also, for my own emotional security, they’re saying a lot of things I’ve been hoping to hear them say. I’m thrilled. 🥹