Vampires have been a staple of cinema for decades, often portrayed as brooding, aristocratic creatures of the night. But beneath the capes and fangs lies a rich vein of comedy that filmmakers have tapped into time and again. Whether they're dealing with the mundane struggles of immortality or bumbling their way through vampire hunting, these films prove that the undead can be downright hilarious.
From cult classics to modern hits, we've ranked the 15 funniest vampire comedy movies that will have you laughing until you're dead tired. So grab some garlic bread and settle in for a bloody good time.
15. Once Bitten (1985)
In this 80s gem, a centuries-old vampire countess (Lauren Hutton) must feed on the blood of male virgins to maintain her youthful appearance. Her target? A dorky teenager named Mark, played by a young Jim Carrey in his first major lead role. While critics initially panned it, Once Bitten has earned a cult following thanks to Carrey's early comedic brilliance. It's a fun, campy romp that offers a glimpse of the star he would become.
14. Vampires vs. the Bronx (2020)
This Netflix original is a love letter to 80s horror-comedies like The Lost Boys. When vampires start taking over their Bronx neighborhood, a trio of teens bands together to save their community. But these aren't your typical bloodsuckers—they're wealthy white developers using vampirism as a metaphor for gentrification. It's a smart, funny film that balances scares with social commentary.
13. Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1992)
Before Sarah Michelle Gellar made the role iconic on TV, Kristy Swanson starred as the original Buffy in this lighter, campier take on the vampire slayer mythos. With a cast that includes Donald Sutherland, Luke Perry, and Hilary Swank, the film follows a cheerleader who discovers she's destined to fight the undead. It's a fun, breezy precursor to the darker series that followed.
12. Bloodsucking Bastards (2015)
Office life is already a nightmare, but it gets worse when your boss is a vampire. Evan (Fran Kranz) discovers that his new sales manager Max (Pedro Pascal) has a taste for blood, and must out him while keeping himself and his coworkers alive. Pascal, pre-The Mandalorian, is delightfully slimy as the villain. This B-movie charm is one of the most underrated vampire comedies out there.
11. Dracula: Dead and Loving It (1995)
Leslie Nielsen, the king of parody, takes on the role of Dracula in this Mel Brooks-directed spoof. While it doesn't reach the heights of Young Frankenstein or Spaceballs, it's still packed with silly gags and Nielsen's signature deadpan delivery. Fans of both the actor and the classic Dracula story will find plenty to enjoy.
10. My Best Friend is a Vampire (1987)
After being bitten by a mysterious woman, teenager Jeremy (Robert Sean Leonard) becomes a vampire. Determined to be a "good" vampire, he navigates his new cravings, his crush on a classmate, and a pair of vampire hunters. The film uses vampirism as a metaphor for coming out, giving it a surprising depth that has helped it age well.
9. Day Shift (2022)
Jamie Foxx stars as Bud Jablonski, a vampire hunter who poses as a pool cleaner in the San Fernando Valley. When he needs quick cash, he rejoins the vampire hunting union and gets paired with a wimpy desk clerk (Dave Franco). Snoop Dogg also appears as Bud's friend Big John. It's a fun, action-packed comedy that's the closest we'll get to a new Blade film anytime soon.
These films prove that vampires are just as adept at making us laugh as they are at making us scream. Whether you're in the mood for a classic parody or a modern twist, there's a funny vampire movie out there for everyone. For more laughs, check out our list of the most flawless comedy series of the past decade.
