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7.4/10 1981 1h 37m Released

Beware the moon.

American tourists David and Jack are savagely attacked by an unidentified animal while hiking on the Yorkshire Moors. After retiring to the home of a beautiful nurse to recuperate, David soon begins experiencing disturbing changes to his body and mind.

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Top Cast

David Naughton
David Naughton
David Kessler
Griffin Dunne
Griffin Dunne
Jack Goodman
Jenny Agutter
Jenny Agutter
Nurse Alex Price
John Woodvine
John Woodvine
Dr. J.S. Hirsch
Don McKillop
Don McKillop
Inspector Villiers
Brian Glover
Brian Glover
Chess Player
David Schofield
David Schofield
Dart Player
Lila Kaye
Lila Kaye
Barmaid
Rik Mayall
Rik Mayall
Second Chess Player
Sean Baker
Sean Baker
Second Dart Player
Frank Oz
Frank Oz
Mr. Collins
Paul Kember
Paul Kember
Sergeant McManus
Joe Belcher
Joe Belcher
Truck Driver
Paddy Ryan
Paddy Ryan
First Werewolf
Anne-Marie Davies
Anne-Marie Davies
Nurse Susan Gallagher
Colin Fernandes
Colin Fernandes
Benjamin

Reviews

Potential Kermode 10/10

**The best horror film of the eighties** This is a gem, it really is. Alternately amusing and horrific - John Landis plays our emotions like a fiddle here. He is pulling all the strings and we are uncertain as to which string he is going to pull next. From the eerie Yorkshire countryside of the opening scenes through David's _awful_ nightmares in hospital to amusing zombie chit chat and finally the climactic…

Matthew Brady 9/10

"Beware the moon, lads." Still frightening and funny 38 years later. The transformation scene was absolutely incredible, but also really painful. You literally hear every bone crack in his body, and all his organs reshaping and shifting. No other werewolf movie has topped that scene and never will. The song Bad Moon Rising is the icing on the cake. Rick Baker make-up work is masterful. He's the real beast…

Peter89Spencer 8/10

An 80s horror classic! The storyline was well written, the special effects were amazing, and Jenny Agutter was so sexy! Although the ending was a bit rushed - just like the Wolfman, the main character dies, and the film ends, just like that! What's more messed up is they play an upbeat song during the end credits, right after we see David's lifeless body. The ending is my one critique. The rest of the…

CinemaSerf 7/10

"David" (David Naughton) and his pal "Jack" (Griffin Dunne) are taking a walking tour of the UK when they decide to stop off at a pub. They are about as welcome as a dose of the clap and after a few minutes banter with the natives decide they are better off walking. The thing is, those inside know how dangerous it's about to be out there - and the boys soon find out. It's "David" who wakes up in hospital, replete…

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FAQ about An American Werewolf in London

What is An American Werewolf in London about?
American tourists David and Jack are savagely attacked by an unidentified animal while hiking on the Yorkshire Moors. After retiring to the home of a beautiful nurse to recuperate, David soon begins experiencing disturbing changes to his body and mind.
When was An American Werewolf in London released?
An American Werewolf in London was released in 1981.
What genres does An American Werewolf in London belong to?
An American Werewolf in London is categorised as Comedy, Horror, Fantasy.
Who stars in An American Werewolf in London?
The cast of An American Werewolf in London includes David Naughton, Griffin Dunne, Jenny Agutter, John Woodvine, Don McKillop.