The original Blade trilogy, starring Wesley Snipes as the star Daywalker, has a temporary streaming home on Paramount+.
Fans are eager to revisit the iconic vampire-hunting saga from the comfort of their homes. As of September 1st, all three films, Blade (1998), Blade II (2002), and Blade: Trinity (2004), are available on the platform, on a rare occasion where all three films are presented on one service.
This provides a simple way for viewers to enjoy the blend of horror, action, and superhero elements Blade is known for. Learn more below.
Short Streaming Window
Unfortunately, this offering is fleeting. According to listings on Paramount+, the Blade films are leaving the service at the end of September. This provides viewers a limited window to stream each film without an additional cost.
If missed, the films are still available through rental or purchase on platforms such as Amazon Video and Apple TV, though rental prices start around $3.79. The entire Blade trilogy can also be purchased as a bundle from the Microsoft Store for a discounted price.
Bolstering Horror Movies
The Blade trilogy on Paramount+ is part of a bigger strategy to bolster the service’s horror selection for the fall season. Along with the Blade series, Paramount+ has added other titles like Cloverfield, World War Z, Scream 4, and the first eight Friday the 13th films.
This places Paramount+ at the forefront for horror fans during September and October, outpacing Netflix, HBO Max, and Hulu for new genre content acquisitions.
Future of the Blade Reboot
While we can celebrate the original Blade films, uncertainty continues to shroud the Blade reboot. Announced by Marvel Studios in 2019 with Mahershala Ali as the lead, production setbacks, cast and crew departures, and an unknown release date have plagued the project.
Fans are questioning if and when the new Blade will appear. Even with the struggles, the reboot is highly anticipated, given Ali’s acting credentials and the expanding Marvel Universe.
Elements of Past Films
Blade II is particularly notable for its directorial helm by Guillermo del Toro, known for his skillful merging of horror aesthetics with heroic narratives. Del Toro helped enrich the Blade franchise’s tone and legacy.
The first two films lean heavily on practical effects and vampire mythology. However, both elements have aged well and continue to attract viewers.
Watch on Paramount+
In conclusion, the original Blade trilogy is making a short appearance on Paramount+, though its reboot is a mystery. Fans new and old can appreciate the films, especially during the height of the fall season.
Though if viewers want to watch beyond September, it will require rentals or purchases on other platforms. Paramount+ is latching onto the horror surge, with the Blade films fitting right into the selection.