Movies like Near Dark

Blade follows a half-vampire, half-mortal man who becomes a protector of the mortal race, slaying evil vampires. While Blade is more action-packed, its dark urban fantasy setting and anti-hero’s campaign against vampires will appeal to those who enjoy the darker elements of Near Dark.

From Dusk Till Dawn features the macabre tale of a group of people trapped in a desert bar, forced to fend off a horde of vampires. Structured with characteristic Tarantino dialogue and Rodriguez's gory action, this movie is a cult favorite that echoes the intense, ruthless character dynamics found in Near Dark.

30 Days of Night takes place in an isolated Alaskan town plunged into darkness for a month, during which it's besieged by a group of relentless vampires. Its intense survival horror atmosphere and visceral take on vampire violence draw parallels to the ruthless nature of Near Dark.

The Lost Boys offers a stylish blend of horror and rock-and-roll rebellion, focusing on a group of young vampires in California. Fans of Near Dark will appreciate the film's unique blend of humor, action, and teenage angst set against a backdrop of the 1980s vampire subculture.

Fright Night is a quintessential 80s vampire flick with a good dose of humor and horror, chronicling a teenager's discovery that his neighbor is a vampire. This film parallels Near Dark's interplay of suspense and dark comedy, all while serving a nostalgia trip for vintage horror fans.

Daybreakers presents a futuristic world dominated by vampires, with humans hunted to near-extinction. This film's portrayal of vampires and the societal structures they inhabit provides a thought-provoking twist on the genre, much like Near Dark's own unique take on vampire lore.