An American Werewolf in London
1981, Comedy/Horror, 1h 37m
55 Reviews 100,000+ RatingsWhat to know
Terrifying and funny in almost equal measure, John Landis' horror-comedy crosses genres while introducing Rick Baker's astounding make-up effects. Read critic reviews
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David Kessler
Nurse Alex Price
Jack Goodman
Dr. Hirsch
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Critic Reviews for An American Werewolf in London
All Critics (55) | Top Critics (13) | Fresh (48) | Rotten (7)
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David's writhing discomfort in his own skin marks not just the monstrous metamorphosis in and of genre, but also that deep sense of estrangement experienced by any well-meaning if gauche tourist tripping up on local lore and mores.
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I suspect Landis hoped to keep moviegoers eerily disarmed with an unpredictable mixture of wacky and terrifying touches. Unfortunately, his own touch... is so slack and uncertain that the movie ends up dramatically shapeless.
May 9, 2018 | Full Review… -
Not just gory but actually frightening, not just funny but clever, 'American Werewolf...' has its flaws, but these are outweighed by the film's many, mighty strengths.
October 30, 2009 | Rating: 4/5 | Full Review… -
But in a "comedy horror" picture, the "horror" bits aren't supposed to be this scary. He would have been better off dispensing with the comedy altogether.
October 30, 2009 | Rating: 3/5 | Full Review… -
Scary-funny is an acquired taste. For me, it tends to be a recipe in which you can't taste either of the constituent ingredients. The big man-to-wolf transformation scene is still a marvel.
October 30, 2009 | Rating: 3/5 | Full Review… -
Some of the special effects are a little creaky now, but the snap of Landis's editing and the razor's-edge balance of horror and comedy are still fresh.
October 30, 2009 | Rating: 4/5 | Full Review…
Audience Reviews for An American Werewolf in London
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Dec 02, 2012I think that "An American Werewolf in London" could have used more of a focus on its storytelling rather than its visual effects, but then again, maybe not. It half-parodies the werewolf films that came before it by following along their narrative arcs, so deviating from the classic formula might have made it less effective. Both its humor and scares are of the mildest kind, and though it's slightly memorable for its groundbreaking makeup and special effects, "An American Werewolf in London" is just pretty average. I think that the ending's abruptness might be its funniest part.Stephen E Super Reviewer
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Sep 30, 2012"An American Werewolf In London" is a blast of hilarity, fun characters, and a legendary wolf transformation that will make you howl! This is not a scary film (although, it does have it's moments), but oh what a blast this film is!ZACHO D Super Reviewer
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Sep 17, 2012This film felt like a mix of many other prior and later films. The concepts and some scenes were similar to those in Fearless Vampire Killers. I actually enjoyed this one though. The scare tactics were much like those in the second poltergeist. And the humor was so similar to a movie I love the original Fright Night. The credits to this film had campy fun music. This was placed right after a sad scene. Without a fade out or anything. Almost as if Landis didn't know what he was doing. But he did, and the credits even added to the tune of the film. I recommend this as a late night comedy, for almost every age group. This is (for a lack of a better word) a fun movie.Daniel D Super Reviewer
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May 27, 2012John Landis was at the peak of his talents here including Rick Baker. The film is a hybrid of genres that most films to this day still struggle with this blending. I hear whispers of a reboot with Max Landis but I wish they would leave this film alone as it is a film of its time. The film still has relevance and is hilarious and very sharp with the Werewolf scenes, the transformation scene is just incredible. I wish more horror films could aspire to this timeless status, just one of those films that will live on. 30-12-2017.Brendan N Super Reviewer
An American Werewolf in London Quotes
| David Kessler: | I'm a werewolf. |
| Alex Price: | Are you alright? |
| David Kessler: | I don't know, I'll let you know the next full moon. |
| David Kessler: | Queen Elizabeth is a man! Prince Charles is a faggot! Winston Churchill was full of shit! Shakespeare was French! Fuck! Shit! Cunt! |
| David Kessler: | Be rational, sure...I'm a fucking werewolf for Christs Sake! |
| David Kessler: | Look at me, sitting in a porno theather in Piccadilly Circus talking to a Corpse! |
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