Unveiling the Ultimate Revelations in What We Do In The Shadows Season 5 Episode 3 — Top 6 Memorable Moments

Summary

Sean enlists the vampire household's help for his comptroller campaign, resulting in an even more spectacular Pride Parade float.

Laszlo assumes the role of Guillermo's mentor, forging a heartwarming bond, as Guillermo sprouts minuscule wings.

Nandor's jealousy of Guillermo and Laszlo's close relationship leads to Nandor's disastrous attempt to travel to outer space in What We Do in the Shadows Season 5, Episode 3 "Pride Parade." This episode delivers a lot of excitement and surprises, starting with Neighbor Sean's announcement of his bid for comptroller. Seeking the household of vampires' assistance to win the election, Sean views them as champions of the LGBTQ community who can secure the demographic's vote. The gang willingly embraces this opportunity, donning fabulous attire and advocating for all forms of love.

6 Sean Recruits Everyone For The Pride Parade

continues to hide his vampirism (though it is quite sluggish) from Nandor, who becomes increasingly envious of the time his familiar spends with Laszlo, the only resident of the household who is aware of Guillermo's secret. In the meantime, upon discovering that Nadja became a vampire while still a virgin, her doll seeks assistance from The Guide (with a surprisingly willing Colin Robinson) to remedy this situation. As the Pride festivities draw to a close, the episode descends into the characteristic blend of outrageous and seductive chaos that has come to define the characters in What We Do in the Shadows throughout the series.

When Sean enlists the help of his household to support his campaign for comptroller, his initial request is for them to simply purchase his "YAS SEAN!" t-shirts. However, to his surprise, they show a genuine interest in creating a captivating float for the parade. This leads to the vampire gang adorning themselves from head to toe in vibrant fur, sparkling LEDs, and glitzy spandex. Alongside them, Guillermo sports a rainbow scarf and proudly holds a sign that reads, "Gay guy." As the festivities commence, Laszlo takes charge as the master of ceremonies, while Nadja (and Colin Robinson) captivate the crowd with live entertainment. Finally, Nandor unintentionally astonishes everyone when his presence on stage sets off an unexpected display of pyrotechnics, causing the stage to explode.

5 Laszlo Gives Guillermo Vampire Lessons

What We Do in the Shadows incorporates allyship into its core values by showcasing and honoring the diverse lifestyles of its vampire characters. Right from the start, Guillermo's journey to attain vampirism parallels his desire for acceptance within the gay community, making the show a standout comedy series featuring LGBTQ+ characters. The gang's involvement in Sean's campaign is not intended as mere comedic relief, but rather stems from a profound respect for the subject matter, resulting in a campaign that is even more inclusive and representative of diverse identities.

Laszlo remains the sole confidant in the house who is privy to Guillermo's clandestine status as a vampire, fostering an unexpectedly close bond between the two. Laszlo has taken on the responsibility of imparting vampire wisdom upon Guillermo, aiming to help him unlock his extraordinary abilities. These tutorials serve as the perfect opportunity for Laszlo to effortlessly exhibit his eccentric persona through his memorable phrases. Regrettably, despite his relentless efforts, Guillermo struggles to master super-speed or shape-shifting. Nevertheless, the copious perspiration he generates during his endurance tests enables Laszlo to indulge in a day at the beach, where he amuses himself by drawing inappropriate images in the sand.

4 Guillermo Grows Tiny Wings

This is especially evident when Laszlo shifts from calling Guillermo "Gizmo" to referring to him as "the boy". It's a surprisingly heartfelt moment that highlights the deep bond between them. Laszlo has found solace and fulfillment in being Guillermo's mentor, filling the void left behind when Colin Robinson returned to adulthood and was no longer his surrogate son.

Throughout the season, the show continues to deviate from traditional vampire lore, which works to its advantage. Each episode benefits greatly from this increased creativity, providing a fresh and unique take on vampirism. What's interesting is that the different characters – Laszlo, Nandor, and Guillermo – offer their own interpretations of what it means to be a vampire. This adds depth and complexity to the overall narrative.

Unlike Laszlo, Guillermo doesn't possess the ability to transform into a bat at will. However, he does undergo a peculiar transformation, sprouting a pair of petite wings. Although these wings can only generate slight fluttering motions, measuring less than a foot in length, they lack the capacity to sustain his flight through the air. Laszlo appears utterly perplexed by this unexpected growth, hinting that Guillermo might be evolving into an entirely different type of vampire.

What We Do in the Shadows always brings forth entertaining practical effects, ranging from the Baron's ever-changing forms to the gruesome blood and gore during the vampires' feeding. It remains to be seen if Guillermo's wings will undergo any growth in Season 5 or if this was simply a one-off joke that won't be revisited. Nonetheless, this physical characteristic is bound to become more prominent as the season progresses and could potentially raise suspicions within Nandor regarding Guillermo's transformation.

3 Laszlo Investigates Guillermo's Slow Vampire Transformation

As Guillermo's transformation into a vampire progresses at a sluggish pace, Laszlo dedicates himself to unraveling the cause through his experiments in his laboratory. Perplexed by Laszlo's constant companionship with his familiar, Nandor finds himself unexpectedly consumed by jealousy. In an effort to keep Guillermo's vampirism a secret from Nandor, the duo fabricates increasingly absurd excuses, yet Nandor persists in insisting on joining their nocturnal study sessions, completely oblivious to their true intentions.

The bond between Laszlo and Guillermo sheds light on Nandor's own feelings towards his familiar, adding complexity to their characters after many seasons of Guillermo's unwavering devotion to his master. As Laszlo and Guillermo uncover the truth, possibly linked to Guillermo's Van Helsing lineage, Nandor must grapple with allowing his familiar to have a life beyond serving his own needs. With vampires typically being self-absorbed, narcissistic beings, the season will likely be filled with Nandor's tantrums.

2 Nadja & Her Doll Switch Bodies

Upon discovering that she was transformed into a vampire before experiencing intimacy, Nadja takes it upon herself to finally consummate her love. Engaging in a "Freaky Friday" ritual orchestrated by the Guide, Nadja and her doll swap bodies for the night. The doll revels in the adventure of securing a date but encounters a terrifying ordeal during speed dating. Unexpectedly, Colin Robinson emerges as an unlikely candidate for the much-anticipated union.

1 Nandor Flies To Outer Space

This narrative presents an opportunity for uproarious slapstick comedy that is highly entertaining, thanks to Natasia Demetriou's brilliant portrayal of a floppy Gollum, driven by the doll's carnal desires. The inclusion of Colin Robinson's spirit in the doll, as forced by The Guide when Nadja's body is withheld, creates chaos, heightened by astonishing practical effects that reveal Mark Proksch's face emerging from Nat's hair. The episode concludes without resolving the storyline, as Laszlo indulges in a romantic encounter with his wife's possessed body, which is still inhabited by both the spirit of the doll and Colin Robinson.

While shadowing Guillermo and Laszlo's vampire investigations, Nandor becomes entangled in a spirited rivalry with Laszlo, centering around their jumping abilities. This playful competition escalates to determining who can achieve the highest flight, with Nandor boldly asserting his superiority by claiming he can soar into outer space (much to Laszlo's skepticism). Feeling neglected as Guillermo devotes most of his time to Laszlo, Nandor embarks on a mission to prove his celestial prowess to both of them, leading to predictably calamitous outcomes.

Nandor's space expedition abruptly concludes as he experiences dizziness and plummets to the ground, ultimately incinerating upon re-entry into the atmosphere. Remarkably, he lands precisely where Sean's Pride float is stationed, adding an explosive spectacle to the already uproarious episode of What We Do in the Shadows. The sequence concludes with Nandor standing completely naked and triumphant, albeit with an amusing Marge Simpson-esque hairstyle due to the residual electric charge. He revels in proving Laszlo wrong and earning the impressed gaze of Guillermo, who watches with a blend of admiration and apprehension.