Immortal Realm Crafted by Anne Rice Makes Its SDCC Debut in 2025
In the world of Anne Rice's Immortal Universe, fans are eagerly awaiting the arrival of two new series: The Vampire Lestat and Talamasca: The Secret Order. Here's what we know so far.
Talamasca: The Secret Order
Premiering on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at 9 p.m. Eastern Time/Pacific Time on AMC, Talamasca: The Secret Order promises a unique blend of supernatural intrigue and moral complexity. This series, produced by AMC Studios and filmed in Manchester, England, delves into the world of the Talamasca, a secret society that monitors and contains supernatural beings like witches, vampires, and werewolves.
The show, described by John Lee Hancock as a "spy show," features a talented cast including Nicholas Denton, William Fichtner, Maisie Richardson-Sellers, and Celine Buckens. Notably, Eric Bogosian will guest star as Daniel Molloy, reprising his role from Interview with the Vampire.
The Vampire Lestat
Meanwhile, the third season of Interview with the Vampire is set to undergo a transformation, renaming itself The Vampire Lestat. Jacob Anderson will still play a vital role as Louis, while the identity of the actor portraying Akasha remains a mystery.
The story of the third season focuses on Lestat's past, and many scenes have been built around the music. Damien Atkins will play Magnus, Ella Ballentine will play Baby Jenks, and Jennifer Ehle will play Gabriella de Lioncourt. Daniel Hart composed the music for the series, and a behind-the-scenes look is available to watch.
Potential threads in the third season include familial trauma, drugs and music, and divorce (real or metaphorical). The show is expected to blend the lighthearted with the serious, much like the life of Lestat himself.
Both series are part of the Anne Rice Universe, and fans can expect connections to other shows within the universe, such as Interview with the Vampire and Mayfair Witches. This includes guest appearances that enhance the interconnectedness of the universe.
SDCC 2024 saw the Anne Rice Universe in attendance, and an exclusive teaser of The Vampire Lestat was shared. Fans can look forward to these exciting new additions to the Anne Rice Universe, with Talamasca: The Secret Order premiering on October 26, 2025, and The Vampire Lestat continuing the story of Lestat's life as a modern-day rockstar.
[1]: Link to official AMC press release [2]: Link to official Anne Rice Universe announcement [3]: Link to SDCC 2024 coverage [4]: Link to interview with John Lee Hancock discussing the themes of Talamasca: The Secret Order
- Fans of Anne Rice's Immortal Universe are anticipating two new series: "Talamasca: The Secret Order" and "The Vampire Lestat," both debuting in the world of movies-and-tv entertainment.
- Talamasca: The Secret Order, premiering on AMC in 2025, offers a fusion of supernatural mysteries and moral dilemmas, promising a distinctive spy-show experience.
- Reviewers and book enthusiasts excited about entertainment pop-culture might want to check out the official press release and SDCC 2024 coverage, as well as an interview with John Lee Hancock for insights on the themes in Talamasca: The Secret Order.
- Meanwhile, the third season of Interview with the Vampire is undergoing a metamorphosis, becoming The Vampire Lestat, and features a musical background, making it an interesting addition to the list of books-turned-movie-and-podcast content.
