The AMC series The Vampire Lestat is currently airing its first season, with new episodes releasing weekly. Also known as Interview with the Vampire Season 3, the show follows Lestat de Lioncourt on a rock tour while reflecting on his immortal past. Here is everything you need to know about the release schedule, episode recaps, and what to expect next.
The Vampire Lestat premiered on June 7, 2026, and will conclude its seven-episode season on July 19, 2026. Episodes drop on Sundays on AMC and AMC+.
Full The Vampire Lestat Release Schedule
The show follows a weekly release schedule. All episodes are available on AMC and AMC+ for viewers in the United States. A UK release date has not yet been announced.
The schedule for the entire season is as follows:
- Episode 1 – “Detroit” – June 7, 2026 (Aired)
- Episode 2 – “Toledo” – June 14, 2026 (Aired)
- Episode 3 – “Toronto” – June 21, 2026 (Aired)
- Episode 4 – “The Devil’s Road” – June 28, 2026 (Upcoming)
- Episode 5 – “New York” – July 5, 2026 (Upcoming)
- Episode 6 – “Montreal” – July 12, 2026 (Upcoming)
- Episode 7 – TBA – July 19, 2026 (Season Finale)
AMC+ subscribers can watch episodes at 3:01 AM ET on release days, while the cable broadcast is at 9 PM ET.
Episode Recaps
Here is what has happened so far and what to expect from the upcoming episodes.
Episode 1: Detroit (Aired June 7, 2026)
The series opens with Lestat reflecting on the events leading to his rock tour, including the formation of his band and the publication of a book. He confronts a resentful coven and experiences a drug-induced spiritual journey.
Episode 2: Toledo (Aired June 14, 2026)
Lestat revisits his origins in Auvergne and explores Toledo with a recent reconnection. He deals with fallout from Detroit and faces tensions with his band and a disgruntled hotel owner.
Episode 3: Toronto (Aired June 21, 2026)
Molloy interviews Lestat, delving into his past as a Parisian actor. The episode explores Lestat’s relationship with Louis and other characters from his past.
Episode 4: The Devil’s Road (Coming June 28, 2026)
The upcoming episode continues ongoing storylines involving Lestat and those connected to his past. The season has seven episodes total, leaving three more after this one.
What’s Coming in The Vampire Lestat
Remaining Episodes
After Episode 4 airs on June 28, there are three episodes remaining:
- Episode 5 – “New York” – July 5, 2026
- Episode 6 – “Montreal” – July 12, 2026
- Episode 7 – TBA – July 19, 2026 (Season Finale)
Episode titles for Episode 5 and Episode 6 have been confirmed as “New York” and “Montreal” respectively.
Season Finale
The season finale will air on July 19, 2026. The exact title and description have not yet been announced.
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About The Vampire Lestat Series
The Vampire Lestat is the third season of AMC’s Interview with the Vampire series, but it has been rebranded to match the second book in Anne Rice’s Vampire Chronicles. The show features:
- Sam Reid as Lestat de Lioncourt
- Jacob Anderson as Louis de Pointe du Lac
- Eric Bogosian as Daniel Molloy
- Assad Zaman as Armand
- Delainey Hayles as Claudia
- Jennifer Ehle as a series regular
The season follows Lestat on a multi-city tour while he is haunted by muses from his rebellious past. The show also has a companion series, The Vampire Lestat: After Dark, which takes fans behind the scenes of each episode.
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