“It’s cheesy, but enjoyable. (Plus, Charlie Cox is always a delight)” Rotten Tomatoes
“Terrible script... but it's obvious throughout that the cast had marvellous fun making the film & because it shows on screen, it's also still very enjoyable to watch.” IMDb Eat Locals
These video reviews provide more context on the film's cult potential and specific scenes like the Statham-choreographed fights: “It’s cheesy, but enjoyable
Community members often find the film more enjoyable than professional critics, appreciating its lack of self-seriousness. : The movie struggles to balance horror, comedy, and action
: The movie struggles to balance horror, comedy, and action. Some found the "East End gangster" edge fresh, while others felt it missed the mark on both scares and big laughs, resulting in a "flat" experience.
: Widely praised as the film's strongest asset. It features recognizable faces like Charlie Cox , Freema Agyeman , Eve Myles , and Annette Crosbie . Critics from The Guardian specifically highlighted Crosbie as a standout for her role as a machine-gun-toting grandmother vampire.
Critical reception is mixed, with the film holding a "Rotten" status on and a 5.3/10 on IMDb . Many reviewers note that while it isn't a masterpiece, it works well as a "late-night beer and pizza flick" for fans of British dry wit.