Name These Famous Vampires
- by Lucas Wesley
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Fans of horror films, monsters, and things that go bump in the night will forever debate which type of beast is their favorite. Mummies, wolfmen, zombies, ghosts, and ghouls are all terrifying in their own right, and even these creatures pale in comparison to the more realistic serial killers and slasher freaks seen in films. All that said, the most endearing demon of all has always been the vampire, immortal bloodsuckers who prey on the youth and innocent of anyone foolish enough to fall into their grasp.
Vampires have existed within popular culture for well over a century, and the concept of mysterious monsters drinking human blood exists in folklore dating back way further than that. On top of longevity, what makes vampires unique amongst supernatural monsters is their ability to gain audience sympathies. Since its creation, vampirism has been used as a metaphor for all types of outcast, often turning an otherwise terrifying demon into an almost tragic, poetic figure.
Naturally, this duality has not only made vampires extremely popular, but it’s also laid the foundation for literally hundreds of fictional bloodsuckers to exist with wildly different personalities and takes on their unique condition. Vamps are so omnipresent in movies, TV shows, video games, comic books, and anything else a person could think of that almost everyone knows at least a couple bloodsuckers, but only true connoisseurs know them all. Take our quiz to find out how many pop culture vampires you can name.
Who is Buffy the Vampire Slayer’s vampire boyfriend?
For all the power vampires possess, there are plenty of forces in this world even more powerful, defending the human race against their menace. Choice amongst these fighters is Buffy Summers, the legendary Vampire Slayer of Sunnydale. Despite her appearance, there’s no one vampires fear more, with a few exceptions who all seem to fall in love with her. First and foremost is this centuries old monster who ravaged most of Europe before being cursed with a soul, sending him on an eternal journey for redemption. Who is he?
Who is the lead vampire of the Twilight series?
Complain as sticklers of vampire tradition who a problem with a bloodsucker who sparkled in the daylight as he played baseball might, 100 million Twilight fans around the world can’t all be wrong. Of course, there’s a lot more to this century old self-professed monster than his unusual appearance for a vamp, like the fact he and his family all share a strong sense of morals that stops them from viewing humans as potential prey. Instinct still wins out at times, though, making him extremely hesitant to pursue things upon falling in love with a human teenager. What’s his name?
Which brother is the lead character of The Vampire Diaries?
The softer of The Vampire Diaries two lead brothers, this 162 year old bloodsucker is one of the few vamps in Mystic Falls to entirely eschew the concept of drinking human blood. Feeling severe guilt each time he bites into a person’s neck, this wounded soul prefers to drink animal blood and help people, going so far as to enlist in the Army during World War II. Unfortunately, this weakens him enough he becomes a target amongst other vampires, putting himself and his girlfriend Elena Gilbert in serious danger. What is his name?
Which Bram Stoker creation reinvented modern vampire fiction?
By and large, it all begins here, with the focus of Bram Stoker’s legendary novel and more movies than we could possibly name on this quiz. The role has been played by Bela Lugosi, Gary Oldman, Leslie Nielsen, David Niven, Christopher Lee, and Adam Sandler, just to name a few, and always with great nuance. A few things always remain the same, though, like his suave gentleman-like qualities, ability to transform into a bat, and he fear his victims feel when he goes in for the kill. Well, unless he’s feeling silly. Anyway, what’s the pop culture’s oldest vampire named?
What comic book vampire hunter was the star of three movies?
Not all vampires are entirely pleased with their condition. In fact, some are outright furious about their own bloodsucking qualities, making it their life’s mission to eradicate all monsters like them from the planet as a means of redemption. In this case, the enmity was caused by the fact he’s not really a vampire in the traditional sense, but rather a half-breed imbued with supernatural abilities when a bloodsucker fed on his mother during childbirth. Once he got older and learned the truth, revenge was the only logical code to lead his life by. What’s the vengeful quasi-vamp’s name?
Who is the “Original Hybrid” of The Originals?
Even before Twilight had people picking sides between vampires and werewolves, pop culture has put the two supernatural beasts against one another for decades. Finally, fans of both creatures who have been unable to choose have a third option in this character, the Original Hybrid, half-vampire, and half-werewolf. Originally an enemy of The Vampire Diaries’s Salvatore brothers, this character’s charisma and interesting backstory soon made him the star of his own spin-off, The Originals, where his empire of hybrid bloodsucking lycanthropes can run wild without interference. What’s his name?
Who is the second vampire Buffy dates named?
Okay, so Buffy’s relationship with Angel was poetic and all that, but there’s only so far a girl can go with a guy who sits in a crypt and broods all day and all night. Eventually, Buffy needed more, and some fans believe she found it with Angel’s darker, more vicious old running buddy. Truly a monster before he met Buffy, this nasty bloodsucker has killed two Slayers in his day, and he’s ready to bag a third upon meeting the girl in question. Plans change, though, when the engage in a disastrous relationship of their own. What’s his name?
Who is the star of the Underworld series?
Everyone has a different reason for becoming a vampire (at least those who have a choice in the matter, anyway). For the star of Underworld, the impetus comes after her entire family has been brutally murdered and left in pieces throughout their home, a terrifying scenario in any era. Right after finding her loved one’s bodies, a strange man approached claiming to offer a power that would make revenge significantly easier, and she naturally took it. Upon learning it was actually the stranger who slayed her family, said revenge naturally extends to other vampires, as well. Who is she?
Which vampire was the focus of Nosferatu?
Part of what makes vampires so terrifying is that unless they happen to have their fangs out or be in bat form, most of them are virtually indistinguishable from normal people until it’s too late. Not so with this literal monster, the first vampire to take audiences by storm on the small screen. Before films even had sound, this freaky creature’s grotesque face, jagged fingers, and hunchbacked appearance made him terrifying without even saying a word. What was the innovative early vampire called?
What vampire lives with a ghost and a werewolf on Being Human?
There comes a time in every vampire’s life when he gets tired of the bloodsucking chaos and simply wants to settle down and live a normal existence. Okay, so maybe this isn’t the case with most vamps, but that’s how this particular former soldier in the British army happens to feel. After years of prowling the streets and stalking his victims, a few choice encounters make him realize hurting people isn’t always fun, leading to a decision he shouldn’t drink blood anymore. From there, he moves into a haunted flat with a werewolf, and hilarity ensues. What’s his name?
Which vamp helps kids learn their numbers on Sesame Street?
One, two, three vampire bats—ah ah ah! Sure, a vampire might seem a little bit intense for a kids show starring Muppets, but this lovable mathematician from Sesame Street doesn’t have any evil in his mind whatsoever. In fact, we’re not so sure there’s anything going on upstairs for the guy at all except numbers, numbers, and more numbers. This vampire is so obsessed with identifying the exact number of every item in the room that some older viewers have suggested the real lesson he teaches is about OCD. What’s the obsessive Muppet’s name?
Who is Stefan’s brother on The Vampire Diaries?
When Stefan Salvatore’s brother first walked into Mystic Falls, he was treated as the biggest villain in all of The Vampire Diaries. Lacking his younger sibling’s capacity for empathy, this vampire took genuine pleasure in killing humans and drinking their blood, laughing at their corpses after he finished each meal. Gradually, though, being reintroduced to family caused him to mellow, and finding love with his brother’s ex-girlfriend Elena Gilbert, who happens to look just like the centuries old villainess who turned him, doesn’t hurt, either.
Which vampire was the first to date Sookie Stackhouse?
As most answers on this quiz prove time and again, vampires aren’t exactly a warm and fuzzy bunch. This is still the case in the world of True Blood, where bloodsuckers had the opportunity to “come out of the coffin” and admit their real selves to the world. Unlike most vamps who used their status in society to their advantage, this former Confederate general during the Civil War has many qualities of a Southern gentleman, protecting his friend Sookie Stackhouse rather than hand her over to enemies. What’s his name?
Which charismatic leader of the Volutri has a problem with Bella and Edward?
While the most well known vampires of the Twilight series are largely affable towards humanity, not all bloodsuckers in their universe are quite so harmless. In fact, most of them are drastically different from the Cullens, still gleefully hunting down humans and terrorizing mankind for pleasure. Chief amongst this sort of villainous vamp is this co-founder of the Volturi clan, a coven formed in 1280 B.C. After years of generally menacing behavior, he set his sights on Bella Swan, feeling she would make an excellent addition to his breed. What’s his name?
Which vampire did Anne Rice make the focus of an infamous interview?
Proudly accepting designation as a “brat,” this vampire is more concerned with high fashion, personal vanity, and that old time rock and roll than the usual chilling fair his ilk concern themselves with. He’s also far more interested in carnal pleasures than average, seeking out many well publicized relationships with both male and female suitors, and drinking their blood isn’t even always part of the deal. In many respects, this undead beast is ironically just a man who loves life and all it can offer. What’s his name?
Which temptress chases the Salvatore brothers throughout The Vampire Diaries?
More than just a vampire, this 500+ year old monster is also the greatest doppelgänger of The Vampire Diaries, making her identical to all females sharing the family bloodline. Though a few centuries removed, this includes Elena Gilbert, explaining why both Damon and Stefan Salvatore were obsessed with the girl. It was this evil vampire who made both of them bloodsuckers as well, and neither brother could ever forget the impact she had on them. Not even her getting caught and imprisoned could get them to move on, nor did the news the Originals were hunting her. Who is she?
Who was Spike’s girlfriend before he met Buffy?
Prior to falling in love with Buffy, the Big Bad vampire Spike was already going against type and proving vampires had a heart through his relationship with this earlier flame. In addition to being a bloodsucker, this alluring temptress is also clairvoyant, able to predict vague and confusing flashes of the future. Truly a Cassandra, she’s also completely insane, simultaneously making her impossible to believe yet all the more terrifying for her unpredictable nature. Ironically, said madness was directly caused by Angel, who corrupted her when she studied to be a nun. What did she call herself after that happened?
Which star of the Twilight series turned into a vampire in the final film?
When this girl first met Edward Cullen, she was a completely normal teenage human. Well, aside from having a slight interest in the macabre, leading to a strong desire for Cullen or someone in his family to turn her into a vampire as well from the moment they met. Although she and Edward immediately fell in love, the vamp was hesitant to allow her into the fold, worried it would put her at grave danger. He finally acquiesced after they were married, making her a vampire shortly after the birth of their daughter. What’s her name?
What suave vampire was the star of Dark Shadows?
Quite frankly, the last place anyone would expect a vampire to show up is probably a soap opera, and yet the 1960s serial drama Dark Shadows has gone on to become one of the most endearing examples of the medium. A big part of the appeal was this 175-year-old monster, initially a terrifying bloodsucker who gradually found redemption as he repeatedly protected his family and searched for a long lost love. Take away the fangs, and it’s really not all that different from any other soap on the air. What’s his name?
Which charismatic neighborhood vampire was the driving force behind Fright Night?
There’s nothing scarier than suspecting that mysterious new face in the neighborhood is secretly a serial killer, unless of course they also turn out to be a vampire. That’s what happens to teenager Charley Brewster after this weird outsider moves next door to his house, and although he witnesses the bloodsucker at work with his own eyes, the rest of society is understandably a little hesitant to believe his fantastical claims. Luckily, he’s able to convince vampire hunter/TV host Peter Vincent they could be in for a night of fright, and the rest is cult film history. Who is he?
Which vampire drank from David Bowie in The Hunger?
Many vampires are elegant in their own way, yet few hold a candle to Catherine Deneuve’s wealthy aristocrat who keeps her former lovers in a state of eternal living death in coffins throughout her mansion. The latest of which is a man named John, portrayed by David Bowie, a cellist the villainess bloodsucker convinced would be living forever as her lover. It turned out her words were a lie, as he still aged to a state of decrepit misery before she locked him away. Luckily, an intrigued therapist intervened and set her mummified lovers free. What was her name?
Which former slave was rescued by the Originals?
While being forced into slavery from childhood is pretty much the worst thing a person could experience in the real world, being raised by a pack of monstrous vampires wouldn’t be all that great for the human psyche, either. Such was the fate suffered by this young man, rescued from the clutches of tyranny by Klaus Mikaelson and his pack of Originals. For many years, Klaus refused to turn the boy into a vampire, leaving him with a bitter desire for one-upsmanship once he finally did. What’s his name?
What vampire married a Frankenstein’s monster type on The Munsters?
Whoever it was that assumed all the classic movie monsters wouldn’t get along, pitting them against one another in countless films, clearly had it all wrong. Turns out, the real winning formula all along was to pair them up as lovers, a concept that made TV history when a Frankenstein’s monster type named Herman fell in love with this sassy vampire and the two got married. Despite her vampiric condition, this woman is a good mother first and foremost, raising her son Eddie and niece Marilyn while mitigated various family problems. What’s her name?
Who is the Swedish Viking turned Sheriff of a vampire population on True Blood?
If there’s any lore in pop culture that can eclipse the vampire’s, it may well be the Vikings. Therefore, it was only natural the two would inevitably be combined, a fate that finally came to be in True Blood by way of this former Norse royalty who has spent the last millennium as an all powerful bloodsucker. Aside from being a vampire, this sensational Swede’s main characteristics are his suave good looks, which constantly draw the attentions of Sookie Stackhouse. What’s his name?
Which sultry vampire wowed audiences in From Dusk till Dawn?
Upon first glance, this exotic stripper brought to life by Salma Hayek is exactly the sort of woman a guy wants to see when he stumbles into a secluded Mexican strip club. In addition to her gorgeous looks, the vampire heiress is an incredible dancer with an amazing ability to handle animals, luring many victims into a trance right before she transforms into a reptilian creature and devours them. Not one for impulse control, the driving action of From Dusk till Dawn begins when she can’t control her bloodlust. What’s her name?
Who was the first vampire to serve as Buffy’s Big Bad?
Even the biggest fans of Buffy the Vampire Slayer probably can’t tell you the exact number of bloodsuckers the girl in question tracked down in her day. That said, they should all be able to name the most important vamps in her life, and his centuries old demon prophesized to kill her definitely fits the bill—especially after he succeeds at his goal. Buffy comes back, of course, but the impact he had on her life isn’t quick to fade, with her fight against him helping form the Slayer’s foundation as a true hero. What does he call himself?
Who is the vampire Queen of the Damned?
Undead and loving it, many vampires might look at life with a philosophy of “if at first you don’t succeed, dust yourself off, and try again.” That was certainly the mind set of this Queen of the Damned, the first vampire to exist in Anne Rice’s The Vampire Chronicles series, and we don’t say that just because she happened to be played by Aaliyah. There’s also the fact she had a penchant for falling into eternal slumber, only to be awoken by the loud music of Lestat de Lioncourt. What’s her name?
Which of Dracula’s sons hunt him in Castlevania?
The son of Dracula and a human woman, this self-hating vampire hunter is technically a dhampir, but all that really means is he has all the strengths both humans and bloodsuckers possess. His condition also blessed him with the benefit of compassion for humans, which convinced him Dracula couldn’t exist in this world, regardless of the fact he was his father. For the first time ever, this lead to a number of Castlevania games without a Belmont as the protagonist, with Dracula’s own son hunting him down instead. What did the infamous vampire name his offspring?
What African American vampire is the star of Blacula?
After roughly half a century of vampires on the silver screen, it was about time one of them had a little flavor. African American fans of the genre looking for representation of their culture in the vampiric world finally found it with Blacula, the first film produced about a black bloodsucker. Turned into a vamp by Dracula when asking for help during the slave trade, this former royal didn’t ask to become a vamp, nor did he ask to get shipped all the way to Los Angeles after 200+ years of imprisonment. What’s his name?
Who is the young girl turned by Lestat de Lioncourt?
Upon first glances, this young girl played by Kirsten Dunst in Interview with the Vampire is one of the least threatening bloodsuckers of this quiz. Those familiar with her appearances would likely scoff at that notion, of course, knowing full well she’s one of the most vicious monsters around. That sort of personality was bound to develop in any girl raised by the infamous vampire Lestat, taught greed, vanity, and pride as the key principles by which one should live their unlife. What’s her name?
What bloodsucker is brave enough to compete in Mortal Kombat?
Like most kombatants of the Mortal Kombat series, this mysterious bloodsucker is morally ambiguous. In contrast to many others on this quiz, who hunt humans for fun and/or sustenance, the only thing this winged fighter is interested in is being declared the stronger warrior in the Deadly Alliance of Quan Chi and Shang Tsung’s tournament. That said, her vampire abilities sure do come in handle when she hears the words “FINISH HIM,” pouncing on her prey to take their blood for a victory drink. Who is she?
Who vicious vampire is the leader of The Lost Boys?
When the Emerson brothers first meet this mysterious stranger, they think he’s a cool leader of a local biker gang, instantly getting attracted to his way of life. Things intensify after a wild night on the town, and one of the boys wakes up to realize he’s slowly turning into a vampire. The only way to reverse his curse is to kill the leader of the gang, leading to an all out war between The Lost Boys and a group of vampire hunters looking to save this innocent newcomer. Turns out this guy isn’t the leader, but what’s his name?
Which doctor turned himself into a vampire on the pages of Marvel Comics?
Blade isn’t the only heroic vampire with his own comic book. In fact, two full years before Marvel started producing Blade, they had another vampire in their ranks, albeit as part of a top hero’s rogue’s gallery. Believe it or not, bloodsuckers first popped up in Spider-Man, with this experimental doctor who turned himself into a vamp with a mutated bat serum. Originally a villain, like many vampires, this future member of The Midnight Sons soon found redemption with his own series that painted him as a tragic hero. What’s his name?
Who is True Blood’s Vampire King of Mississippi?
Because vampirism is relatively commonplace and out in the open throughout the world of True Blood, the most vicious and evil qualities bloodsuckers usually possess are strongly diminished within it. However, there are still a few demons who have been around for so darn long they can’t play by society’s rules, including this vicious monster who once reigned as King of Mississippi. Wishing to destroy the human race, this vampire sided with the Nazis during World War II, and their defeat didn’t stop his quest. What was his name?
Which shy young man was the star of George Romero’s vampire film?
After defining the concept of a zombie movie with Night of the Living Dead, writer/director George A. Romero decided to throw his hat into the vampire world as well with this uniquely psychological film about a teenage bloodsucker. Technically, audiences are left unsure over whether or not the title character is really a vampire, but the kid most certainly thinks he is, hunting down women to drink their blood. Showing his youth, he also calls into local radio stations identifying himself as “The Count” to wax philosophical about vampires and ask for romantic advice. What’s his name?
Which villainess turned Angel into a vampire?
Believe it or not, the very first character to appear on Buffy the Vampire Slayer wasn’t the titular demon hunter. Several scenes before Buffy or any of the other vampires on this quiz walked on screen, this seemingly innocent young cheerleader lead an unsuspecting young man into Sunnydale High. Turns out she was a centuries old demon, quickly revealing her vamp face before biting the boy’s neck and drinking his blood. More than that, she was also the monster who stole Angel’s humanity in the 1800’s, siring him and serving as his guide to evil vampirism. Who is she?
Who is the young vampire who helps a bullied friend in Let Me In?
Anyone unlucky enough to feel the sting of bullying has wished an all powerful ally could swoop in and save their day. For this reason, it’s extremely easy to identify with Owen, star of Let Me In, as he meets and falls in love with a young vampire played by Chloë Grace Moretz. It doesn’t matter that she’s also murdering his neighbors and drinking their blood; she’s extremely nice and protective around him, so it’s his duty to repay the favor. What’s Owen’s protector named?
What undying vampire keeps coming back to annoy the heroes of Suikoden?
Taking a grander political scope than the average RPG, the Suikoden series was known for sprawling wars fought by 108 Stars of Destiny, including strategists, generals, mercenaries, medical officers, and all the jobs one would expect to see in a real global conflict. Of course, because it’s a video game, the developers figured they might as well throw in a vampire as well, creating this irritating bloodsucker who primarily preys on shockingly young girls. He’s also been responsible for single-handedly destroying a number of cities, making his menace as pressing an issue as the war itself. Who is he?
What insane man hallucinates he’s becoming a bloodsucker in Vampire’s Kiss?
All right, so the character played by Nicolas Cage in Vampire’s Kiss isn't actually a vampire, despite all evidence to the contrary. The truly ridiculous film does feature a scene where the Academy Award winning actor runs down a New York City street screaming “I’M A VAMPIRE” over and over at the top of his lungs, but nope, he’s just next level bonkers crazy. That doesn’t stop him from trying to suck a woman’s blood after killing her, though, amongst other seriously reprehensible behavior. What’s the absurd wannabe vampire’s name?
What actor was fashioned as an actual bloodsucker in Shadow of a Vampire?
Despite all appearances, it should go without saying that none of the actors pictured throughout this quiz are actual vampires; they just played them in movies or TV shows. Well, that’s what we think, anyway. Apparently, there may be more to these actors than meets the eye, especially when talking about the stars of Nosferatu. According to Shadow of a Vampire, the film’s star was a true bloodsucker, discovered by F. W. Murnau to create the most realistic monster movie in history. That wasn’t really the case…probably…but in any event, what was the actor’s name?