The Vampire (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1957, The Vampire is a thriller, horror and mystery film directed by Fernando Méndez, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. A pretty young Mexican girl returns to her hometown to make funeral arrangements for her beloved aunt, who has just died. Soon she begins to hear disturbing stories about the town being infested by vampires, and she eventually begins to suspect that her remaining aunt and the mysterious next-door neighbor may be involved.
Who’s in it. The Vampire stars Abel Salazar as Dr. Enríquez, Ariadna Welter as Marta González, Carmen Montejo as Eloisa and José Luis Jiménez as Emilio, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, The Vampire has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Vampire page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Vampire tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Vampire (1957)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Vampire change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Vampire worth watching?
- The Vampire holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, horror and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Vampire?
- The Vampire stars Abel Salazar, Ariadna Welter, Carmen Montejo, José Luis Jiménez and Mercedes Soler.
- When was The Vampire released?
- The Vampire was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.