The Strain 2014 Genres: Splatter Horror, Vampire Horror, Drama, Fantasy, Horror, Thriller Country: Mexico Director: Duration: Episodes Vary Year: 2014 Actors: Corey Stoll, David Bradley, Kevin Durand, Jonathan Hyde, Richard Sammel, Miguel Gomez, Ruta Gedmintas, Natalie Brown, Max Charles, Robin Atkin Downes, Jack Kesy, Rupert Penry-Jones, Mía Maestro, Samantha Mathis, Joaquín Cosio, Anthony Lake, Ben Hyland, Robert Maillet Storyline: A mysterious viral outbreak with hallmarks of an ancient and evil strain of vampirism ravages the city of New York.