Meet the cast of Interview with the Vampire season 2
Louis, Claudia and Lestat are returning in season 2.
While season 2 of Interview with the Vampire has aired across the pond in the US, UK fans are gearing up to continue the story of Louis de Pointe du Lac (Jacob Anderson) as he recounts his previous life and romantic past with Lestat de Lioncourt (Sam Reid).
Based on the bestselling novel by Anne Rice, the series chronicles Louis and Lestat's epic story of love, blood and the perils of immortality, and we follow it through the former's interviews with journalist Daniel Molloy (Eric Bogosian).
A UK release date was recently revealed for season 2 – but if you're wondering which cast members will be back for the second run we've compiled everything you need to know below.
At least one major character has been recast for the second run, with Claudia star Bailey Bass replaced by Delainey Hayles, while Ben Daniels has joined the cast as Santiago for the new season.
But who's who in this new drama? Read on for everything you need to know about the cast of Interview with the Vampire season 2. Alternatively, check out everything you need to know about Interview with the Vampire season 3 after new details were revealed at San Diego Comic Con.
Interview with the Vampire cast: Full list of characters and actors in TV series
You can find the cast members for Interview with the Vampire below, but scroll on to find out more about the main ensemble and where you've seen them before.
- Jacob Anderson as Louis de Pointe du Lac
- Sam Reid as Lestat de Lioncourt
- Eric Bogosian as Daniel Molloy
- Delainey Hayles as Claudia
- Assad Zaman as Armand
- Bally Gill as Rashid
- Ben Daniels as Santiago
- Suzanne Andrade as Celeste
- Esme Appleton as Estelle
- Jake Cecil as Gustave
- Roxane Duran as Madeleine Éparvier
- Christopher Geary as Samuel "Sam" Barclay
- Khetphet "KP" Phagnasay as Quang Pham
- Yung Nguyen as Tuan Pham
- Steven G Norfleet as Paul de Pointe du Lac
- Luke Brandon Field as Young Daniel Molloy
- Blake Ritson as Morgan Ward
- Stephanie Hayes as Emilia
- Joseph Potter as Nicolas de Lenfent
- Justin Kirk as Raglan James
Jacob Anderson plays Louis de Pointe du Lac
Who is Louis de Pointe du Lac? Louis begins season 2 downtrodden and guilty after the loss of Lestat. He and Claudia are on their travels - but how long will she need him for?
Where have I seen Jacob Anderson before? The actor and musician (under the alias Raleigh Ritchie) is best known for his role as Grey Worm in Game of Thrones and has also starred in Broadchurch, Doctor Who and 2008 film Adulthood.
Sam Reid plays Lestat de Lioncourt
Who is Lestat de Lioncourt? Lestat turned Louis into a vampire in season 1 but, the last time we saw him, he'd had this throat slit by Louis and was on his way to a landfill on the back of a dump truck – but surely that's not the end of the vampire. As season 2 begins, he's haunting Lestat in nightmarish visions.
Where have I seen Sam Reid before? The Australian actor is best known for his roles in Lambs of God, The Newsreader and The Hunting. He has also appeared in numerous British dramas like Endeavour, Whitechapel and Spooks.
Delainey Hayles plays Claudia
Who is Claudia? A young teenager who Lestat turns into a vampire to save her life. She grows closer to both Lestat and Louis, forming a fatherly bond with the pair – until she figures out Lestat's manipulative ways. The end of season 1 saw the pair kill Lestat and flee from him but season 2 may see Claudia outgrow Louis.
Why was Claudia recast for season 2? It has not been confirmed why Delainey Hayles replaced Bailey Bass. However, Avatar star Bass previously released a statement confirming her departure. She said: “Due to a variety of unforeseen circumstances I’m unable to return to Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire for the second season.
"Playing Claudia has been a dream role and an incredible ride. I wish Delainey the best of luck in taking over. I cannot wait to watch. I’m extremely appreciative of AMC, the producers, Jacob, Sam, the crew and, of course, the wonderful fans.”
Where have I seen Delainey Hayles before? This is Hayles most major role to date – but she previously appeared in six episodes of Holby City and one of ITV drama Too Close.
Eric Bogosian plays Daniel Molloy
Who is Daniel Molloy? Molloy has a chequered past and works as a journalist, interviewing Louis in the '70s, which results in him being attacked. In season 2, he continues his interview with Louis and Armand.
Where have I seen Eric Bogosian before? Bogosian has been in a number of acclaimed TV and film releases, including Succession, Law & Order: Criminal Intent, Uncut Gems and Billions.
Assad Zaman plays Armand
Who is Armand? The man we knew as Rashid throughout season 1 turned out to be the vampire Armand and the man Louis introduced as the love of his life in the finale episode. In season 2, the manipulative Armand appears to be supervising Louis's interview.
Where have I seen Assad Zaman before? The British actor has starred in Apple Tree Yard, Hotel Portofino and Small Axe, as well as stage productions of East is East, A Doll's House and White Teeth.
Ben Daniels plays Santiago
Who is Santiago? New for season 2, Santiago is the leading thespian of the vampiric troupe the Théâtre des Vampires, who is increasingly suspicious of Louis and Claudia.
Where have I seen Ben Daniels before? Daniels has appeared in a number of TV shows including Cutting It, The Virgin Queen, Law & Order: UK, The Paradise, House of Cards, The Exorcist, and Foundation.
Bally Gill plays Rashid
Who is Rashid? Rashid is Louis and Armand's servant – the man Armand posed as throughout season 1.
Where have I seen Bally Gill before? Bally Gill has appeared in Slow Horses as Agent Singh, as well as Sherwood as Neel Fisher.
Suzanne Andrade plays Celeste
Who is Celeste? Celeste is one of Théâtre des Vampires' thespians.
Where have I seen Suzanne Andrade before? Andrade is best known for her stage work, particularly with the London-based company 1927.
Esme Appleton plays Estelle
Who is Estelle? Estelle is one of Théâtre des Vampires' thespians.
Where have I seen Esme Appleton before? Appleton is also known for her stage work, and work with 1927.
Jake Cecil plays Gustave
Who is Gustave? Gustave is also one of Théâtre des Vampires' thespians.
Where have I seen Jake Cecil before? Interview with the Vampire is Jake Cecil's first TV role.
Roxane Duran plays Madeleine Éparvier
Who is Madeleine Éparvier? Madeleine is a dressmaker, who forms a bond with Claudia.
Where have I seen Roxane Duran before? Duran starred in the TV series Marie Antoinette in 2022, and in Riviera. She appeared in Mrs Harris Goes To Paris, and starred in the Palme d'Or-winning 2009 film The White Ribbon.
Christopher Geary plays Samuel 'Sam' Barclay
Who is Sam Barclay? Sam Barclay is the Théâtre des Vampires' playwright in residence.
Where have I seen Christopher Geary before? Geary previously voiced the character of Alden Carruthers in the Red Dead Redemption games.
Khetphet 'KP' Phagnasay plays Quang Pham
Who is Quang Pham? Quang Pham is Théâtre des Vampires' projectionist and swing actor.
Where have I seen KP Phagnasay before? Phagnasay is best known for his role in Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story, and has appeared in various other films and TV shows as well as being a director and producer.
Yung Nguyen as Tuan Pham
Who is Tuan Pham? Tuan Pham is Théâtre des Vampires' projectionist and swing actor and Quang's biological father.
Where have I seen Yung Nguyen before? Interview with the Vampire is Nguyen's first TV role.
Interview with the Vampire season 1 is available to watch on BBC iPlayer in the UK.
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Morgan Cormack is a Drama Writer for Radio Times, covering everything drama-related on TV and streaming. She previously worked at Stylist as an Entertainment Writer. Alongside her past work in content marketing and as a freelancer, she possesses a BA in English Literature.
