What We Do in the Shadows

During a convened assembly of all New York vampires, Nandor, Laszlo, Matt and Nadja find themselves blamed for a murder that has shocked the community. Pressured by the accusations, they must devise a way to reach the safety of Staten Island.

is a programme presented as an episode within a larger series. It falls under the genre of a typical episode‑style narrative, offering a self‑contained story that fits within the broader context of the show. The episode centres on three vampire characters – Nandor, Laszlo, and Nadja – who find themselves accused of a murder that takes place during a gathering of every vampire residing in New York. The accusation comes as the whole community convenes, turning what should be a routine meeting into a chaotic scene where the three are singled out as the perpetrators. Facing this serious charge, the trio must devise a plan to escape the hostile environment of the city and return to the relative safety of Staten Island. Their journey is driven by the need to evade further suspicion and to reach a place where they can regroup away from the immediate threat. Ultimately, the episode follows Nandor, Laszlo, and Nadja as they navigate the dangers of a city that has turned against them, seeking a path back to Staten Island where they hope to find refuge and a chance to clear their names.