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Vampire Virus (2020): Cast & Ratings

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Vampire Virus is a 2020 horror thriller directed by Charlie Steeds, starring James Swanton as Father, Derek Nelson and Barrington De La Roche. It runs 1 hour 30 minutes. Its Echo Score is 33/100.

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Vampire Virus (2020) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 30m (90 min)
Director
Charlie Steeds
Genres
Horror , Thriller
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Vampire Virus About?

The premise of Vampire Virus without spoilers.

A new generation of vampires is born A young woman contracts a deadly virus after an unusual sexual encounter, and soon develops a taste for human blood.

Vampire Virus Themes & Keywords

· 6 tags
  • alliteration in title
  • vampire
  • female vampire
  • vampiress
  • woman
  • young
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Cast & crew

Vampire Virus Cast & Characters

James Swanton leads the cast as Father, with Derek Nelson as Freddie and Barrington De La Roche as Homeless Man. Directed by Charlie Steeds; 8 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Vampire Virus

· 4 more
From the director

More from Charlie Steeds

More films directed by Charlie Steeds, best-rated first: Gods of the Deep, He Sees You When You're Sleeping, Lord of Wolves and Night Harvest.

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Ratings

Vampire Virus Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 33/100, strongest in sensory experience (40) and weakest in rewatch factor (30).

33 /100

Vampire Virus Echo Score Breakdown

Vampire Virus delivers a largely unsatisfying experience across the board. Direction and cinematography are hampered by static framing, low‑budget lighting, and obvious continuity slips, while production design feels generic and the editing offers little momentum. Performances range from passable to flat, and the characters lack depth, reducing emotional impact. The plot is predictable and sluggish, with pacing issues that undermine engagement. Sound design is uneven, and although a few musical moments stand out, dialogue is often drowned. Consequently, the film offers limited incentive for repeat viewings.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 30

    In terms of art and craft, the film suffers from uninspired direction and rudimentary cinematography, with static shots and cheap visual effects such as artificial fangs. Production design provides little distinction, and editing fails to sustain narrative flow. While occasional lighting choices receive modest acknowledgment, the overall visual execution remains low‑budget and unremarkable.

  • Character & Emotion 35

    When evaluating character and emotion, performances are broadly uneven; several actors deliver flat or amateurish portrayals, limiting audience connection. A few individuals, notably the lead actress and a supporting actor, manage modestly competent work, yet the majority of characters are under‑developed. The lack of nuanced interaction further diminishes emotional resonance throughout the film.

  • Story & Flow 30

    Regarding story and flow, the narrative is marked by a predictable premise, sluggish pacing, and frequent plot ambiguities. Continuity errors and ill‑fitting subplots detract from coherence, while originality is minimal. Although a noir‑tinged atmosphere is attempted, the overall structure fails to sustain engagement, resulting in a largely mundane viewing experience.

  • Sensory Experience 40

    The sensory experience presents a mixed picture. The soundtrack occasionally achieves a cinematic, noir‑like quality, yet pervasive loud music often drowns dialogue, creating audible frustration. Visual style remains basic, with limited stylistic cohesion, though some lighting choices are adequate. Consequently, auditory and visual elements provide sporadic highlights amid overall technical shortcomings.

  • Rewatch Factor 30

    Rewatch factor is low, as the film offers scant incentive for repeated viewings. Its limited entertainment value, coupled with pacing and narrative flaws, makes it more suitable as background filler than as a compelling repeat experience. While a few viewers note a modest charm, the prevailing consensus indicates minimal lasting appeal.

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Vampire Virus Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Vampire Virus.

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Vampire Virus Also Known As

4 alternative titles, including “After Dark” and “Вирус вампиров”.

Also known as
  • After Dark
  • Вирус вампиров
  • Вірус вампірів
  • 뱀파이어 바이러스

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FAQ

Vampire Virus FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Vampire Virus, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Vampire Virus?

Vampire Virus runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

When was Vampire Virus released?

Vampire Virus was released on June 27, 2020.

Who directed Vampire Virus?

Vampire Virus was directed by Charlie Steeds.

More films by Charlie Steeds

Who is in the cast of Vampire Virus?

Vampire Virus stars James Swanton as Father, Derek Nelson as Freddie and Barrington De La Roche as Homeless Man, among 8 credited actors.

Does Vampire Virus have a post-credit scene?

No. Vampire Virus has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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