Anne Rice’s gothic universe is heating up again, and The Vampire Lestat — AMC’s renamed continuation of Interview with the Vampire — is hitting its midseason stride. Episode 4, titled “The Devil’s Road,” promises to be one of the season’s most emotionally loaded chapters yet.
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When Does Episode 4 Air?
Episode 4 premieres on Sunday, June 28, 2026. Streaming subscribers on AMC+ can catch it early at 3:00 AM ET / 12:00 AM PT, while linear TV viewers can watch it on AMC at 9:00 PM ET/PT that evening.
The Vampire Lestat: Overview
| Episode | Title | Release Date |
|---|---|---|
| Episode 1 | Detroit | June 7, 2026 |
| Episode 2 | Toledo | June 14, 2026 |
| Episode 3 | Toronto | June 21, 2026 |
| Episode 4 | The Devil’s Road | June 28, 2026 |
A Quick Refresher: What Happened in Episode 3?
The previous episode, “Toronto,” deepened Daniel Molloy’s ongoing interview with Lestat while revisiting his complicated history with Nicolas de Lenfent. Meanwhile, Louis confronted a figure tied to Claudia’s traumatic past, delivering a moment of revenge that ultimately failed to bring him the closure he expected.
What’s Coming in “The Devil’s Road”?
According to the official synopsis, Episode 4 is packed with dramatic tension:
- Armand begins an apology tour, reopening old, unresolved conflicts
- Lestat lashes out publicly, humiliating a fan he personally invited to a concert
- Louis seeks comfort in a familiar face amid his lingering grief
The episode title itself is notable — breaking from the season’s pattern of naming episodes after tour cities, hinting at a meaningful shift in tone as the story moves into darker territory.
Quick Facts Table
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Network | AMC / AMC+ |
| Total Episodes (Season 3) | 7 |
| Source Material | The Vampire Lestat by Anne Rice |
| Lead Actor | Sam Reid as Lestat |
| Showrunner | Rolin Jones |
Why the Show Renamed Itself
At San Diego Comic-Con 2025, showrunner Rolin Jones revealed that Interview with the Vampire would be rebranded as The Vampire Lestat for Season 3, since the show is now adapting the second novel in Anne Rice’s Vampire Chronicles. Going forward, each season is expected to take the name of whichever Rice novel it’s adapting — a clever structural choice that mirrors the source material directly.
This season follows Lestat reinventing himself as a rock star, increasing his influence over both humans and vampires while being haunted by figures from his past, including the dramatic return of his mother, Gabrielle.
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Final Thoughts
With only three episodes left after this one, “The Devil’s Road” looks set to push several storylines toward their breaking point — particularly the simmering tension between Lestat, Daniel, and the people caught in his orbit.
FAQs
Q1: How many episodes does The Vampire Lestat Season 3 have?
The season consists of 7 episodes total, with Episode 4 marking the midpoint.
Q2: Why was Interview with the Vampire renamed?
Season 3 adapts Anne Rice’s novel The Vampire Lestat, so the show now shares that title.
