About this release
A reworking of the werewolf legend with a darkly humorous streak, as two Americans visiting England fall victim to a werewolf on the Yorkshire moors. One is killed, only to return as a decomposing doom-sayer to his surviving friend, who now finds himself hunting prey when the moon is full.
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Disc 1
BD
An American Werewolf in London (1981)
97 min
HorrorComedyFantasy
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.
Credits
Director
John Landis
Writer
John Landis
Cast
David Naughtonas David Kessler
Jenny Agutteras Nurse Alex Price
Griffin Dunneas Jack Goodman
John Woodvineas Dr. J.S. Hirsch
Don McKillopas Inspector Villiers
Brian Gloveras Chess Player
David Schofieldas Dart Player
Lila Kayeas Barmaid
Rik Mayallas Second Chess Player
Sean Bakeras Second Dart Player
Cinematographer
Robert Paynter
Composer
Elmer Bernstein
Editor
Malcolm Campbell
Producer
George Folsey Jr.
Images
Release Details
- Packaging
- Blu-ray Case
- Editions
- Standard Edition
Catalogue Info
- Added by
- Matthew Simpson
- Date added
- June 14, 2026