New Blood, New Feuds: ZOMBIES 4 Trailer Unleashes Vampire Drama

Disney’s ZOMBIES franchise returns with a seductive twist — and this time, it’s all about the vampires. The official trailer and poster for ZOMBIES 4: Dawn of the Vampires have just been unveiled, offering fans a glimpse into a darker, moodier world where monster mythology meets modern musical theatre. Premiering globally on Disney+ this 11 July, this chapter promises to elevate the franchise’s cult appeal with high-stakes drama, rich visuals, and a new generation of supernatural style.

A New Dawn, A New Rivalry

Following the events of the first three films, Seabrook’s beloved power couple, Zed (Milo Manheim) and Addison (Meg Donnelly), embark on what should be a carefree summer road trip. Instead, fate delivers them into the midst of an ancient rift between two vampiric factions — the mysterious Daywalkers and the classic, night-dwelling Vampires. Thrust into the roles of camp counsellors at a supernatural retreat, Zed and Addison must navigate generational monster politics, all while helping the charismatic but conflicted leaders, Nova and Victor, find common ground before a greater threat emerges.

A New Kind of Camp

Directed by long-time franchise visionary Paul Hoen, ZOMBIES 4 blends otherworldly conflict with camp sensibility, layering musical numbers and high-concept choreography with high school charm and a gothic edge. The returning cast includes Kylee Russell, Chandler Kinney, and Malachi Barton, with stylish newcomers Freya Skye, Julian Lerner, and Swayam Bhatia injecting new blood — literally and figuratively — into the ensemble.

The costume design reflects the growing maturity of the franchise, with vampiric silhouettes, brooding hues, and punk-inspired textures that reflect the film’s evolution from its neon-hued beginnings into something far more fashion-forward. Think: pleated cloaks, modern corsetry, and effortlessly dramatic eyeliner — all made for the TikTok generation.

The Fashion of Fantasy

There’s always been a stylish current running through the ZOMBIES films — but Dawn of the Vampires pushes the envelope. While Twilight gave us moody Pacific Northwest cool, ZOMBIES 4 delivers theatrical darkness mixed with Gen Z flair. Vampires are no longer just creatures of the night — they’re icons of reinvention, rebellion, and yes, runway-worthy aesthetics.

Behind the Curtain

The film is penned by David Light, Joseph Raso, and Josh Cagan, with Manheim and Donnelly stepping up as executive producers alongside heavy-hitters Jane Fleming (The Quest) and Mark Ordesky (The Lord of the Rings). The creative team behind ZOMBIES 4 has made it clear: this is not just another sequel — it’s a reinvention.