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An American Werewolf in London

R19811h 37mJohn Landis
IMDb 7.5 · Rotten Tomatoes 80% · Metacritic 55

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"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.

ComedyHorrorFantasy
Dying And DeathLondon, EnglandIntensive CareNurseLoss Of Loved OneZooTransformationAffectationHalloweenFull Moon

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Frequently asked questions

What is An American Werewolf in London (1981) 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.

Who stars in An American Werewolf in London?

An American Werewolf in London stars David Naughton (David Kessler), Griffin Dunne (Jack Goodman), Jenny Agutter (Nurse Alex Price), John Woodvine (Dr. J.S. Hirsch), Don McKillop (Inspector Villiers). The film was directed by John Landis.

How long is An American Werewolf in London?

An American Werewolf in London has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1981. It is rated R.

Is An American Werewolf in London worth watching?

An American Werewolf in London holds an IMDb rating of 7.5/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 80. Fans of Comedy, Horror, Fantasy are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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