True Blood
“Thou shall not crave thy neighbor.”
Series Overview
Thanks to a Japanese scientist's invention of synthetic blood, vampires have progressed overnight from legendary monsters to fellow citizens. And while humans have been safely removed from the menu, many remain apprehensive about these creatures "coming out of the coffin." Religious leaders, government officials, and vampire fundamentalists around the world have chosen their sides. But in the small Louisiana town of Bon Temps, the jury is still out.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
7 Seasons • 80 Episodes
52–60 min per episode
2008 – 2014
Premiered: Sun, Sep 7, 2008
Alan BallLatest Aired Episode
Season 7, Episode 10: “Thank You”
Sookie weighs a future with and without Bill. Eric and Pam struggle with their uncomfortable partnership with Mr. Gus. Sam makes a choice, while Andy comes upon an unexpected inheritance. Series Finale.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official HBO UK TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2015-05-20
Cast & Creators
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Anna Paquin
Sookie Stackhouse
Stephen Moyer
Bill Compton
Alexander Skarsgård
Eric Northman
Sam Trammell
Sam Merlotte
Ryan Kwanten
Jason Stackhouse
Nelsan Ellis
Lafayette Reynolds
Carrie Preston
Arlene Fowler
Rutina Wesley
Tara Thornton
Adina Porter
Lettie Mae Thornton
Chris Bauer
Andy Bellefleur
Anna Camp
Sarah Newlin
Jurnee Smollett-Bell
Nicole Wright
Amelia Rose Blaire
Willa Burrell
Kristin Bauer
Pam Ravenscroft
Deborah Ann Woll
Jessica Hamby
Lauren Bowles
Holly Cleary
Bailey Noble
Adilyn Bellefleur
Nathan Parsons
James
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alan Ball
Brian Buckner, Gregg Fienberg, Alan Ball
Department Leadership Roster
Suzuki Ingerslev
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
TV-MA: Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
Restricted to Adults (18+).
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
18+ Restricted to Adults.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About True Blood
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What is True Blood about?
Thanks to a Japanese scientist's invention of synthetic blood, vampires have progressed overnight from legendary monsters to fellow citizens. And while humans have been safely removed from the menu, many remain apprehensive about these creatures "coming out of the coffin." Religious leaders, government officials, and vampire fundamentalists around the world have chosen their sides. But in the small Louisiana town of Bon Temps, the jury is still out.
How many seasons does True Blood have?
True Blood comprises 7 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in True Blood?
Key cast members in True Blood include Anna Paquin, Stephen Moyer, Alexander Skarsgård, Sam Trammell, Ryan Kwanten.
Who created or directed True Blood?
True Blood was developed and directed by Alan Ball.