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An American Werewolf in London
“From the director of Animal House... a different kind of animal.”
7.4 / 10• 1981• 1h 37m•R• English
ComedyHorror
Storyline
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.
Cast & Crew
David Naughton
David Kessler
Lead
Jenny Agutter
Nurse Alex Price
Griffin Dunne
Jack Goodman
John Woodvine
Dr. J.S. Hirsch
Don McKillop
Inspector Villiers
Brian Glover
Chess Player
David Schofield
Dart Player
Lila Kaye
Barmaid
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. John Landis's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. An American Werewolf in London is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
