Attention ghouls, gals and everything in between: Halloween 2024 is almost here. And unlike other people who are looking forward to reveling in the gore, the horror and dismay of spooky season—we thought we’d take a different, more sexy approach.
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You see, although Marvel has decided to once again postpone Mahershala Ali’s “Blade” movie, thanks to Ryan Coogler, we’ve got an upcoming “genre” film involving potential vampire twins and starring one of Hollywood’s favorite and finest actors: Michael B. Jordan
And though we have to wait until March to get the daylights scared out of us for the latter film, we thought it’d be a little fun to fantasize about a handful of fine actors (and we mean that both in the talent and in literal physique) who we want — no, NEED — to play Black vampires, chief among them a Black Dracula. Why Dracula? Well, because, why not? “Blade” was just the tip of the iceberg, there’s so much more to explore.
Since we already mentioned him, let’s kick things off real good with Jordan. He’s already tapped for this new project and we don’t know about you, but we’ve seen what this man looks like with gold fangs (thank you Instagram.) Being spooky never looked so good.
Morris Chestnut
If the second season of “Reasonable Doubt” showed us anything, it’s that Morris Chestnut truly doesn’t age—and if he does, he just gets finer with time. And that’s the exact quality vampires need. So, all in favor of a vampy Vampire Morris, say “I!”
Kendrick Sampson
With the way Kendrick Sampson’s eyes are set up, he’d have us under his spell in record time. (And we’d enjoy it, sorry not sorry!)
John David Washington
Blame it on the perfectly trimmed beard or his infectious smile and personality—being the victim of vampire that looked like John David Washington actually doesn’t sound like a bad idea. When is his next appointment?
Mahershala Ali
Next up: Mahershala Ali. He’s quite literally portraying Blade in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (whenever that comes out). BLADE. Are you kidding? There’s nothing more we should have to say.
Trevante Rhodes
Next up, we have Trevante Rhodes. We already know how good he looks in gold grills thanks to Moonlight, now just imagine him dressed in all-black, with gold fangs, and only vengeance on his mind *swoon*.
If you’re looking for volunteers for victims, we know someone who’d be willing. (Author’s note: It’s me…the volunteer is me. I’ll do it.)
Kofi Siriboe
Once again, we’ve already gotten a preview of what Kofi Siriboe as a vampire/monster could look like thanks to Doja Cat’s “Streets” video. He’s one of the most attractive-looking ones we’ve seen in a long time and a good as hell contender for Dracula. Somebody give this man a cape!
Y’lan Noel
OK, so we know Y’lan Noel’s (a.k.a. Daniel from Insecure) character in The First Purge was able to handle a high level of violence. So if you put that together and add it to the fact that he’s also got the looks and acting chops to match, you’d see why he’s another perfect option for Black Dracula.
Aldis Hodge
Justice for Aldis’ Hodge’s Hawkman! I needed to see more of him being a smart-ass, strong-ass character. And seeing as how that’s the case, it only makes sense that he be taken into consideration for Dracula.
Yahya Abdul-Mateen II
Yahya Abdul-Mateen II already conquered portraying a literal god and Candyman onscreen, so Black Dracula is already in his wheelhouse. Just give this fine brotha a chance!
Giancarlo Esposito
I know a lot of folks online want Giancarlo Esposito to be Gomez in a Black version of The Adams Family (and we’re not mad at that either) but hear us out: imagine him as the patriarch of a family of Black Draculas. Tell us you wouldn’t tune in every week.
Delroy Lindo
OK, so if Giancarlo isn’t selling you on a Black Dracula patriarchal figure, may we submit for your consideration: Delroy Lindo. The man is A LEGEND and we don’t see him onscreen nearly as much as we should.
Blair Underwood
OK, so now that we’ve gotten the patriarch out of the way, let’s tap Blair Underwood for the second generation alongside his brother, Mahershala. Walk with us here, folks! We’re giving you GOLD.
Larenz Tate
We can also go ahead and add Larenz Tate for Black Dracula, especially seeing as how we’ve all been trying to figure out how he seems to age backward for years now. He can be Blair and Mahershala’s baby brother. We know you see the vision.
Leon
There’s a reason why Leon has been popping and still looking good for decades. We’re not gonna say it’s due to some hidden vampire-aging characteristics, but what we are gonna say is he should definitely be in the running.
Luke James
Luke James literally goes by “@wolfjames” on Instagram. You know what wolves do? Bite. You know what Dracula does? Also, bite. He’s already one step ahead of the game. Hollywood, hit him up!
Daniel Kaluuya
It’s the way Daniel Kaluuya would barely have to bite anyone as Dracula because his sinister gaze alone would be enough to subject any victim to peril. If you needed to proof of this, just go watch his performance in Widows and tell us you weren’t scared.
John Boyega
We’re going to ask this question and we’re going to ask it earnestly: What can’t John Boyega do? While you ponder that, we’ll be knocking down the doors on all the major studios to convince them that he needs a Dracula project SOON.
Lakeith Stanfield
Much like Mahershala, Larenz, Trevante and Kofi—I shouldn’t have to do much convincing to prove how good Lakeith Stanfield would be as Dracula. The proof is in his face, demeanor, persona, and filmography. He’d do this justice in his own unique way and we need to see it ASAP.
Lenny Kravitz
Lenny Kravitz as Dracula? With fangs and those sultry eyes?? Yes. Just, immediately yes. 421 yeses, to be exact.
Winston Duke
If he was compelling and fine enough to earn the title of “Thick Daddy M’Baku,” then Winston Duke definitely has what it takes to be Black Dracula.
Regé-Jean Page
We don’t need a plot, we don’t need a plan. Just put Regé-Jean Page down as Dracula and tell us the premiere date. That’s it, that’s all.
Michael Ealy
At this stage in the game, Michael Ealy is so good at playing a sexy, bad guy, it should be against the law. And as such, he should be in the main running for Dracula.
Tristan “Mack” Wilds
Mack Wilds may have a smile that lights up a room and handsome face, but those are the exact things any dashing Dracula will need in order to catch his victims off guard. Someone give this man some gold fangs and a script!
Aaron Pierre
Not only does Aaron Pierre have the acting chops and velvety smooth deep voice to play a destructive yet enticing vampire, he’s also got beautiful eyes that will make anybody fall victim to his wiles. Give him a script and let him at it!
Kelvin Harrison Jr.
We still lowkey have PTSD from Kelvin Harrison Jr.’s stressful but stellar performance in “Waves,” years ago, and that’s exactly how we know he’ll be the perfect person for Dracula.
Shamier Anderson
Yes. Immediately yes. Absolutely yes. All day yes. And tomorrow.
Colman Domingo
We’re of the mindset that Colman Domingo can do absolutely anything and he always looks so damn good doing it. So taking on the role of Dracula is nothing. And if Hollywood really wants to shake things up, they’ll make him the first Black Gay Dracula. Talk about a FILM!
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