Where to start withLet the Right One In
3 versions · originally a film, 2008
Themes: Bullying, Childhood Loneliness, Innocence Lost, Unlikely Friendship, Vampirism.
Start with Let the Right One In (Tomas Alfredson, 2008) — the film. Let the Right One In exists in 3 versions across media, beginning as a film in 2008; each is ranked below by what it does best.
The chilling, intimate connection between a bullied child and a sequestered vampire serves as the haunting heart of this story.
✦ Most fans start here
Let the Right One In (2008)
The original movie
✦ Start hereLet the Right One In
Tomas Alfredson · Film · 2008
The 2008 Let the Right One In film captures a masterfully cold, atmospheric tension that defines the genre, offering the definitive, haunting vision of this unique and tender friendship.
2010 film
Let Me In
Matt Reeves · Film · 2010
The 2010 Let Me In provides a polished, accessible American reimagining of the original narrative, specifically catering to viewers who prefer Hollywood pacing and a more conventional horror aesthetic.
2022 series
Let the Right One In
Andrew Hinderaker · Series · 2022
The 2022 Let the Right One In series expands the premise into a long-form drama, focusing on the decade-long struggle of a father protecting his daughter trapped in perpetual youth.
Common questions
Is Let the Right One In a movie or a television series?
Let the Right One In exists in both formats. The original movie was released in 2008, and a television series adaptation premiered in 2022. Both versions explore the core narrative themes established in the source material.
What is the difference between Let the Right One In and Let Me In?
Let the Right One In is the original 2008 film. Let Me In is the 2010 American remake that adapts the same source material for a different audience. Both films follow the central story of a young boy and his mysterious neighbor.
Should I watch the 2008 Let the Right One In before the 2022 series?
You do not need to watch the 2008 movie to understand the 2022 Let the Right One In television series. While they share the same title and thematic foundation, the series functions as a separate adaptation of the original story.
Is Let Me In a direct sequel to the 2008 Let the Right One In?
No, Let Me In is not a sequel to the 2008 Let the Right One In. It is a standalone remake of the original film. Each production provides a distinct interpretation of the narrative while remaining faithful to the core premise.