Cryptz (2002)
A low-budget urban horror romp where aspiring rappers stumble into a vampire-infested strip club with world domination on the menu.
Cryptz - Movie Information
- Original Title: Cryptz
- Release Year: 2002
- Directed by: Danny Draven
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Horror
- Age Rating (US): NR
- Runtime: 1h 18m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- Release Date (Theatrical): May 5, 2002 (United States - NR)
- Alternative Titles: Vampz in the Hood (US)
- Production Companies: Shadow Entertainment, Full Moon Pictures, Big City Pictures
- Production Countries: United States of America
Cryptz - Plot
When aspiring rappers Tymez Skwair, Fuzzy Down, and Likrish cross paths with stripper Stesha, they follow her to a mysterious strip club where the sexy ladies are really vampires in disguise. Things go from bad to worse when the vampires' leader Kulada (Ty Badger) finds out that Tymez holds the key to the bloodsuckers' world domination in this urban horror film that plays like "Vampire Strippers in the Hood.
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Cryptz - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Danny Draven
Main Cast
- Choice Skinner
- Rick Irvin
- Dennis Waller
- Lunden De'Leon
- Ty Badger
- Olimpia Fernandez
- Andre McCoy
- Archie Howard
- Lemar Knight
- Eddie Jay
Writers
- Scott Phillips
Producers
- Danny Draven
Cryptz - FAQs
Where can you stream Cryptz online?
Cryptz is available to stream for free on Tubi TV and Fawesome. It is also available on Amazon Prime Video (with a subscription or ads) and can be rented or purchased through Amazon Video. Availability may vary by region.
What is Cryptz about?
Cryptz follows three aspiring rappers who are lured into a mysterious strip club by a woman named Stesha, only to discover the dancers are vampires. Their leader Kulada learns that one of the rappers holds the key to vampire world domination, raising the stakes considerably.
Who are the main actors in Cryptz?
The film stars Choice Skinner as Tymez Skwair, Rick Irvin as Fuzzy Down, Dennis Waller as Likrish, and Lunden De'Leon as Stesha. Ty Badger plays the vampire leader Kulada, with supporting roles from Olimpia Fernandez, Andre McCoy, and Archie Howard.
Is Cryptz connected to any other Full Moon films?
Cryptz was produced by Full Moon Pictures, the prolific low-budget genre studio behind dozens of cult horror titles. It fits within Full Moon's tradition of urban horror and exploitation-influenced films, though it does not share a direct narrative universe with other Full Moon productions.
Who directed Cryptz and what genre is it?
Cryptz was directed by Danny Draven, who also served as producer. The film belongs to the Horror genre, blending vampire mythology with urban hip-hop culture and exploitation-style strip club settings, resulting in a self-aware B-movie experience.
How long is Cryptz and what is its age rating?
Cryptz has a runtime of 78 minutes, making it a brisk watch at just over an hour. The film is rated NR (Not Rated) in the United States, so viewer discretion is advised, particularly given its adult themes involving a strip club and graphic horror content.
When was Cryptz released?
Cryptz was released on May 5, 2002, in the United States. It was distributed as a direct-to-video title by Full Moon Pictures and Shadow Entertainment, targeting fans of low-budget urban horror and vampire genre films.
What are movies similar to Cryptz?
Fans of Cryptz may enjoy Interview with the Vampire (1994), Angel Heart (1987), Nosferatu (1922), Blood: The Last Vampire (2000 and 2009), and Love at First Bite. These films share vampire themes, dark atmospheres, or genre-blending approaches similar to Cryptz.
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