Adapted from Matt Haig's novel of the same name, The Radleys offers an original take on the vampire myth, blending dark humor, family drama and light horror. The series follows Peter and Helen Radley, a seemingly ordinary couple who keep a bloody secret from their children: they are abstinent vampires, refusing to drink blood despite their natural urges.
But their fragile equilibrium is threatened when Will, Peter's twin brother and self-confessed vampire, enters their daily lives. With their instincts increasingly difficult to suppress, the Radley family must choose between order and chaos, between their innermost nature and their desire to integrate into human society.
Directed by Euros Lyn(Doctor Who, His Dark Materials), the series mixes biting comedy and fantasy, carried by a first-rate British cast.
Les Radley will be available on Paramount+ from February 1, 2025.
Synopsis: The Radley family seems ordinary enough. But parents Peter and Helen are keeping a secret from their children, Rowan and Clara. They're abstinent vampires, choosing not to drink blood despite their natural cravings, which makes them more and more bloodthirsty every day. Soon, Peter's twin brother Will, a practicing vampire, returns to the family's life.
The Radleys play on vampire codes with wry humor, exploring universal themes such as impulse control, family secrets and social conformity.
The fim could appeal to fans of dark fantasycomedies, in the vein of What We Do in the Shadows or Being Human. Kelly Macdonald(Boardwalk Empire) and Damian Lewis(Homeland) bring a touch of British finesse, while Sophia Di Martino(Loki) and Steven Waddington complete the cast.
If you like tales where the absurd meets the frightening, Les Radley could well be a refreshing surprise. On the other hand, those looking for a darker, gothic vampire series, in the style of The Strain or Midnight Mass, may be put off by its light, satirical tone.
The Radleys promises to be an original fantasy comedy, where dark humor meets vampire myth. Between existential crisis, social satire and well-kept secrets, this series should delight viewers looking for an offbeat, biting approach to fantasy.
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