12 Best Vampire Movies of the '80s, Ranked

By Meena

A Wild West town full of bloodsuckers. When vampires opt for synthetic blood, chaos ensues.

12. Sundown: The Vampire in Retreat (1989)

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A wax museum with a deadly secret. Step inside, and you might just become part of the exhibit.

11. Waxwork (1988)

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Resurrection, thirst for blood. A tragic tale of a once-dead girl and her insatiable hunger.

10. The Living Dead Girl (1982)

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Vampires, monsters, and eerie tales. A club where the supernatural world shares its dark stories.

9. The Monster Club (1981)

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A blend of horror and comedy. When Chinese hopping vampires rise, hilarity and horror collide.

8. Mr. Vampire (1985)

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Space vampires threaten Earth! A cosmic twist to the classic vampire narrative.

7. Lifeforce (1985)

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Eternity can be a curse. Bowie and Deneuve dazzle in this tale of love and bloodlust.

6. The Hunger (1983)

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Is he or isn't he? Cage's manic descent into perceived vampirism is both comedic and creepy.

5. Vampire's Kiss (1989)

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Kids vs. Dracula! When monsters threaten, a band of kids takes a stand.

4. The Monster Squad (1987)

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A western-style vampire flick. Moody, gritty, and a fresh take on the undead genre.

3. Near Dark (1987)

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California's deadly secret. Biker gangs, beaches, and blood-thirst make for a cult classic.

2. The Lost Boys (1987)

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When your neighbor's a vampire, who you gonna call? A thrilling suburban vampire showdown.

1. Fright Night (1985)

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