An American Werewolf in London
1981 · 1h 37m · Comedy, Horror · United Kingdom, United States of America · Rated R (US)
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.
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John Landis7.4Smart score
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