An American Werewolf in London
"From the director of Animal House... a different kind of animal."
Originally released in 1981. An American Werewolf in London is a comedy/horror film. directed by John Landis.
Starring David Naughton, Jenny Agutter, and Griffin Dunne
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 21, 1981
44 years ago
Runtime
1h 37m
97 minutes total
User Rating
7.4/10
Great (2,629 votes)
Budget
$10M
Production budget
Box Office
$32M
3.2x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
+ 1 more
Director
Top Cast
David Naughton
as David Kessler
Jenny Agutter
as Nurse Alex Price
Griffin Dunne
as Jack Goodman
John Woodvine
as Dr. J.S. Hirsch
Don McKillop
as Inspector Villiers
Brian Glover
as Chess Player
David Schofield
as Dart Player
Lila Kaye
as Barmaid
Rik Mayall
as Second Chess Player
Sean Baker
as Second Dart Player
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $10,000,000
- Revenue
- $31,973,249
Production Companies
- Lyncanthrope Films
- Polygram Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
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 begin...
Who directed An American Werewolf in London?
An American Werewolf in London was directed by John Landis.
How long is An American Werewolf in London?
An American Werewolf in London has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).
When was An American Werewolf in London released?
An American Werewolf in London was released on August 21, 1981 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in An American Werewolf in London?
The main cast of An American Werewolf in London includes David Naughton, Jenny Agutter, Griffin Dunne, John Woodvine, Don McKillop.
Is An American Werewolf in London worth watching?
An American Werewolf in London has a user rating of 7.4/10 based on 2,629 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.