Vampire Academy
Vampire Academy
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Vampire Academy

"Royal blood runs deep."

7.5
Yr 2022
Rt 47m
Status Canceled
Drama Sci-Fi & Fantasy
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Series Brief

Overview

In a world of privilege and glamour, two young women’s friendship transcends their strikingly different classes as they prepare to complete their education and enter royal vampire society. Based on the young adult novels by Richelle Mead.

Critical Reception

What critics are saying

Score 55 /100

Critical reception for Peacock's Vampire Academy is divided, with the series praised for its high production values, detailed world-building, and addictive pacing, while simultaneously criticized for its clunky exposition and uneven tone. Many reviewers noted that the show successfully balances political intrigue and strong character dynamics, occasionally capturing the compelling nature of its source material.

However, detractors pointed to a lack of narrative focus, noting that the series often struggles to balance its ambitious plot threads and shifts between escapist fantasy and social commentary. Ultimately, while the show is often described as visually striking and occasionally engaging, many critics found it to be an undeniably cheesy or ultimately unsatisfying entry in the supernatural teen drama genre.

“The series is trying to juggle too many plots and characters while awkwardly alternating between silly escapist fantasy and dystopian social commentary.”

“It has a neat variety of sets, from gothic castles to neon-lit clubs; an eclectic mix of oft-outlandish costumes; and the odd unexpected splash of steampunk visuals.”

“Overall, “Vampire Academy” has the potential to turn it around and become a dynamic, exciting, and intriguing show.”

“Vampire Academy‘s scope is massive in some ways... and its breathless pacing practically compels a viewer to keep clicking the “play next” button.”

Transmission Paths

Where to Watch

Peacock Premium
US
Peacock Premium Plus
US
Why fans love it

Vampire Academy centers on the rigid hierarchy of royal vampire society, where the divide between the elite and those relegated to protecting them shapes every interaction. The drama focuses on the friction between these roles, stripping away the polish of high school life to reveal the systemic pressures facing two young women as they prepare for their transition into adulthood.

Sisi Stringer anchors the series as it explores the interplay of power, class, and supernatural duty. Beyond the expected genre elements of school dynamics and mystical threats, the show treats the bond between best friends as the primary engine for the narrative. It leans into the complexities of navigating established power structures while attempting to carve out an identity within a world that demands rigid adherence to tradition.

Featured Players

Cast

Credited 74
Regulars 24
Longest run 10 eps
Sisi Stringer
Sisi Stringer
as Rose Hathaway
Daniela Nieves
Daniela Nieves
as Vasilisa Dragomir
10 episodes
Kieron Moore
Kieron Moore
as Dimitri Belikov
10 episodes
André Dae Kim
André Dae Kim
as Christian Ozera
10 episodes
J. August Richards
J. August Richards
as Victor Dashkov
10 episodes
Jonetta Kaiser
Jonetta Kaiser
as Sonya Karp
10 episodes
Anita-Joy Uwajeh
Anita-Joy Uwajeh
as Tatiana Vogel
10 episodes
Mia McKenna-Bruce
Mia McKenna-Bruce
as Mia Karp
10 episodes
Show 66 more
Andrew Liner as Mason Ashford 10 episodes Rhian Blundell as Meredith 10 episodes Leo Woodall as Adrian Ivashkov 2 episodes Max Parker as Mikhail Tanner 6 episodes Jennifer Kirby as Alberta Casey 8 episodes Yaël Belicha as Marie Carter 9 episodes Adam Quintero as Peter Tarus 10 episodes Pik-Sen Lim as Queen Marina 9 episodes Jason Díaz as Andre Dragomir 8 episodes Angela Wynter as High Priestess Irene 7 episodes Ricardo Leguizamo as Eric Dragomir 2 episodes Claudia Bassols as Rhea Dragomir 2 episodes Simón Andreu as Clarence, the Queen's Herald 1 episode Craig Stevenson as Dane Zeklos 9 episodes Liliana Cabal as Ellen Kirova 1 episode Edward J. Bentley as Gate Guardian 1 episode Louisa Connolly-Burnham as Silver 5 episodes Lorna Brown as Janine Hathaway 3 episodes Nikol Kollars as Moira Ozera 5 episodes Thomas Chaanhing as Lucas Ozera 5 episodes Amanda Drew as Diane Zeklos 5 episodes Joseph Ollman as Jesse Zeklos 8 episodes Cornelius Macarthy as Robert Karp 5 episodes Blake Patrick Anderson as Eddie Castile 5 episodes Jazzy De Lisser as Sasha Tanner 3 episodes Julio Perillán as Stefan Carter 1 episode Alex Hafner as James 4 episodes Nadia Nadarajah as Abby Batista 2 episodes Nadia Albina as Clarice Sewani 1 episode Krupa Pattani as Delilah 2 episodes Matilda Firth as Younger Mia 1 episode Lylianna Eugene as Younger Sonya 1 episode Kevin Stewart as Herald 2 episodes Jim Sturgeon as Hans Croft 2 episodes Carlos Robles as Guardian in the Field 1 episode Ian Chapman as Guardian Palace 1 episode Luke Thomas as Doorman 1 episode Gabriella Francesca as Eloise 1 episode Florencia Nocetti as Press Corp Member 1 episode Julius Cotter as Royal Census Taker 1 episode Eric Halfvarson as Edward Junge 1 episode John Carter as Wade Vogel 1 episode Kyle Scudder as Herk 2 episodes Dominique Sands as Anthony Carter 1 episode James Giblin as Proprietor 1 episode Kareem Alexander as Ralf Dawoud 1 episode Christian López Lamelas as Dhampir #1 1 episode William Chubb as Kieran Tanner 1 episode Dan Ewing as Monk 1 episode Paul S. Tracey as Head Guardian 1 episode Sophie Allen as Sign Interpreter 2 episodes Alfie Rowland as School Official 1 episode Zack Gómez as Tunnel Dhampir 1 episode Anarosa De Eizaguirre Butler as Female Operative 1 episode José Gonçalo Pais as Tall Male Operative 1 episode Carlos Conde as Security Guard 1 episode Thiago Rodrigues as Orderly 1 episode Dean Hoff as Hard Ass Woman 1 episode Tatín Revenga as Jester #1 1 episode Carlos Figols as Jester #2 1 episode Jan Zammit as Bartender 1 episode Sandra W. Asumu as Worried Guardian 1 episode Javier Taboada as Felix the Safe Room Guardian 1 episode Sebastian Ghandchi as Harried Moroi Official 1 episode Marcos Zhang as Scared Monk 1 episode Javier Ramos as Dean Barnes 3 episodes
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Keywords

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Technical Sheet

Details

First Aired
September 15, 2022
Status
Canceled
Episode Runtime
47 minutes
Origin
US
TMDB Votes
208