Ep 1. When You're a Stranger

When You're a Stranger is the first episode of the first season of Young Dracula, a British children's television show that premiered on CBBC in 2006. The show follows the lives of the Dracula family, who have moved from Transylvania to a castle in Wales after being chased out of their home by angry villagers.

In this episode, we are introduced to the main characters of the show. The head of the Dracula family is Count Dracula (Keith-Lee Castle), a centuries-old vampire with a love for all things dark and spooky. He is joined by his two children, Vlad (Gerran Howell) and Ingrid (Clare Thomas). Vlad is a half-human, half-vampire boy who is struggling to come to terms with his dual nature. Ingrid, on the other hand, is a teenage vampire who is obsessed with power and status.

The episode begins with the Dracula family arriving at their new home: a rundown castle in Wales. Their arrival is met with suspicion by the locals, who are unhappy about having vampires in their community. The family tries to make the best of their new situation, but they soon realize that their new home is not as welcoming as they had hoped.

Vlad, in particular, is having a hard time adjusting. He is still coming to terms with the fact that he is a half-human, half-vampire boy, and he is struggling to fit in with the other vampires. He is bullied by Ingrid and her friends, who see him as weak and inferior because of his human side.

As the episode progresses, we see Vlad trying to find his place in the vampire world. He is invited to join Ingrid's social circle, but quickly realizes that they are not the kind of people he wants to spend his time with. He also tries to impress his father by showing off his vampire powers, but ends up getting in trouble instead.

Meanwhile, Ingrid is scheming to gain more power in the vampire community. She wants to become the next ruler of the vampires, and she sees Vlad as a threat to her ambitions. She plots to get rid of him by any means necessary, even if it means putting the entire family in danger.

The episode ends with a cliffhanger, as Vlad discovers a secret tunnel beneath the castle. He follows it and discovers a mysterious room filled with ancient vampire artifacts. This discovery sets the stage for the rest of the season, as Vlad embarks on a journey to uncover the secrets of his past and find his place in the vampire world.

When You're a Stranger is a solid introduction to the world of Young Dracula. It sets up the central conflict of the show (Vlad's struggle to fit in with the vampires) and introduces us to the main characters in a compelling way. The show has a dark, Gothic aesthetic that is sure to appeal to fans of classic horror movies and TV shows. Overall, this episode is a promising start to what would become a beloved series for many young viewers.