Joe Manganiello, known for his role as Alcide Herveaux in the hit fantasy horror series True Blood, recently shared his candid thoughts on his character's fate in the show. True Blood, based on Charlaine Harris' Sookie Stackhouse books, aired on HBO for seven seasons from 2008 to 2014. Manganiello joined the cast in season 3 and became a series regular until his character met an untimely demise early in season 7.
Reflecting on the show's ending in 2014, Manganiello expressed his belief that there was more to explore with his character. He revealed that his character's death was necessary to allow the resolution of key plot points involving Sookie, Bill, and Eric. Despite feeling that his character's arc was cut short, Manganiello remains open to future werewolf roles, stating that he has 'unfinished business' in that realm.
While True Blood season 7 disappointed many fans with its character deaths and the resolution of Sookie's romantic entanglements, hopes for a reboot emerged. However, plans for a reboot were ultimately shelved in 2023 due to budget constraints at Warner Bros. Discovery. Nevertheless, the possibility of a True Blood revival remains, given the enduring popularity of vampire and werewolf narratives.
True Blood, a horror/fantasy drama created by Alan Ball, follows the story of Sookie Stackhouse, a telepathic waitress in a fictional Louisiana town. The series explores the coexistence of humans and supernatural beings, particularly vampires who have emerged into society with the help of a synthetic substance.
