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Lestat de Lioncourt costume

Lestat de Lioncourt

Interview with the Vampire (1994)

The lore

A charismatic, cruel vampire who turns Louis in 18th-century New Orleans.

The look

  • Frock coat
  • Ruffled cravat
  • Blond hair
  • Fangs

Behind the screams

Rice initially objected to Cruise’s casting but later praised his performance.

Credits

Created by
Anne Rice (1976 novel)
Neil Jordan (director)
Brought to life by
Tom Cruise