Fans of Anne Rice’s gothic universe are getting a fresh dose of vampire drama this summer. AMC has officially announced that “Anne Rice’s The Vampire Lestat” will premiere on June 7, marking the next chapter in the network’s expanding Immortal Universe.
Alongside the premiere announcement, AMC also released a new musical track titled “All Fall Down,” performed by Sam Reid, who portrays the charismatic vampire Lestat de Lioncourt. The song is the second single tied to the upcoming season and features original music and lyrics by series composer Daniel Hart.
Lestat Steps Into the Spotlight as an Immortal Rockstar
The upcoming season shifts the focus squarely onto Lestat, presenting the iconic vampire as something entirely new — the world’s first immortal rockstar.
In the story, Lestat launches an electrifying multi-city music tour with his band, embracing fame while channeling his rebellious personality into music. As his popularity explodes, his influence over both vampires and humans begins to grow dramatically.
However, the fame also comes with consequences. Throughout the tour, Lestat finds himself haunted by memories and figures from his past, described as “muses” connected to his earlier wild and dangerous life.
Meanwhile, the supernatural world is undergoing a major upheaval known as the Great Conversion, a mysterious surge in the vampire population that threatens to shift the balance of power among the undead.
A Dark Musical Evolution for the Series
The new track “All Fall Down” offers fans a taste of the show’s evolving musical identity. Composer Daniel Hart explained that the song reflects an early phase in the fictional band’s development, when they were still experimenting with their sound.
At the same time, the music mirrors Lestat’s personality in this chapter of the story — louder, more unpredictable, and more self-aware than before.
In a characteristically playful statement, Lestat himself joked about the track’s brief runtime, teasing composer Daniel Hart while praising the harmonies featured in the chorus.
Returning Cast and Creative Team
Alongside Sam Reid, the series continues to feature several returning cast members from the earlier seasons of the franchise. The ensemble includes Jacob Anderson, Assad Zaman, Eric Bogosian, Delainey Hayles, and Jennifer Ehle.
Behind the scenes, the show remains in the hands of an experienced creative team. The series is executive produced by Mark Johnson, while Rolin Jones serves as creator, writer, and showrunner.
Additional executive producers include Hannah Moscovitch, Christopher Rice, and the late Anne Rice, whose beloved vampire novels inspired the television universe.
A New Title for the Third Season
While the project is being promoted as “The Vampire Lestat,” it technically serves as the third season of AMC’s “Interview with the Vampire.” The new title reflects the fact that the storyline is directly inspired by Anne Rice’s novel The Vampire Lestat, the second book in her famous The Vampire Chronicles series.
The shift in focus allows the narrative to dive deeper into Lestat’s backstory, personality, and growing influence within the vampire world.
Final Words
With its mix of gothic storytelling, rock music, and supernatural drama, The Vampire Lestat promises to take the franchise in a bold new direction. By placing Lestat at the center of a story about fame, power, and immortality, AMC is expanding the mythology of Anne Rice’s universe in a way that blends horror with theatrical spectacle.
When the series premieres on June 7, audiences can expect a darker, louder, and more rebellious chapter in the saga of television’s most flamboyant vampire.
