Cirque du Freak: The Vampire's Assistant (2009) movie poster

Cirque du Freak: The Vampire's Assistant (2009)

"Meet Darren. He's sixteen going on immortal."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 61%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 40% (RT: 37%, MC: 43) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
AdventureFantasyActionThriller

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Director
Runtime
1h 49m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
5.8/10 (1,156 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
37%
Metacritic
43
Cast
Chris Massoglia as Darren Shan
John C. Reilly as Larten Crepsley
Patrick Fugit as Evra the Snake Boy
Salma Hayek Pinault as Madame Truska
Jessica Carlson as Rebecca
Michael Cerveris as Mr. Tiny
Ray Stevenson as Murlaugh
It's divisive. Only 61% of audiences liked it based on 1,156 votes. Critics scored it lower at 40%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
When Darren Shan is taken to a circus that's chock-full of sideshow oddities, he meets a vampire and receives a life-changing bite on the neck. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The iconic poster for Cirque du Freak: The Vampire's Assistant was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • Chris Massoglia spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
Audience Consensus

Cirque du Freak: The Vampire's Assistant is a 2009 adventure, fantasy, action film directed by Paul Weitz. When Darren Shan is taken to a circus that's chock-full of sideshow oddities, he meets a vampire and receives a life-changing bite on the neck. The film has been rated by 1,156 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a adventure film, Cirque du Freak: The Vampire's Assistant delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Cirque du Freak: The Vampire's Assistant (2009) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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