Alvin and the Chipmunks Meet the Wolfman

Alvin and the Chipmunks Meet the Wolfman

Year: 2000

Runtime: 77 mins

Language: English

Director: Kathi Castillo

FantasyComedyFamilyAnimationMusic

Alvin is haunted by werewolf nightmares that jeopardize his role in the school’s Jekyll & Hyde production, and his suspension threatens the show. To restore his confidence, the principal enlists Theodore as the new lead, but Theodore’s sudden canine‑like transformation creates hurdles the Chipmunks must navigate to keep the play alive.

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Timeline & Setting – Alvin and the Chipmunks Meet the Wolfman (2000)

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Time period

Contemporary

The events take place in modern-day time, in a familiar school setting. The story unfolds over a current academic year, integrating school life with a supernatural twist. The full moon motif anchors the supernatural elements within a present-day timeframe.

Location

School auditorium, Talbot's home, local school

The action centers around a small-town school environment, with the school auditorium serving as the rehearsal and performance space for the drama. Talbot's home is another key setting, where tension and clues about the werewolf curse arise. The local school atmosphere underscores the blend of comedy and mystery that drives the plot.

🎭 Theater 🏫 School 🌆 Town

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Main Characters – Alvin and the Chipmunks Meet the Wolfman (2000)

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Alvin Seville (Ross Bagdasarian Jr.)

Alvin is the energetic and ambitious leader of the trio. He becomes convinced there is more to their neighbor Talbot than meets the eye and pushes the others to investigate. His quick thinking and risky plans propel the search for a cure and threaten to interrupt the school play, teaching him about responsibility and teamwork.

🐿️ Energetic 🤔 Curious 🎯 Leader

Simon Seville (Ross Bagdasarian Jr.)

Simon is the intelligent and rational voice among the Chipmunks. He helps analyze clues about Talbot and supports Alvin's risky schemes with careful planning. His calm, analytical mind balances his brothers' impulsiveness as they work to protect Theodore and the play.

🧠 Intellectual 🐿️ Thoughtful 🛡️ Problem-solver

Dave Seville (Ross Bagdasarian Jr.)

Dave serves as the responsible guardian and organizer of the Chipmunks' lives. He tries to maintain normalcy while the mystery unfolds, stepping in to safe-guard the school play and discipline the chaos. He ultimately learns the truth behind Alvin's suspicions, and his priorities shift toward protecting his family.

👨‍👧‍👦 Protective 🧭 Steady 🎭 Mentor

Theodore (Janice Karman)

Theodore is gentle and affectionate, but under the curse he becomes a large, dangerous werewolf at night and a snarky, endearing puppy by day. His transformation drives the plot, while his bond with Eleanor motivates the group's actions to save him. He is courageous at heart, even when frightened.

🐶 Sweet 💪 Loyal 🐾 Dual-nature

Brittany (Janice Karman)

Brittany is one of the Chipettes, supportive and spirited. She participates in the school play and contributes to the group's plan with enthusiasm and charm. Her optimism helps keep the team focused amid the chaos.

💃 Energetic 🌟 Supportive 🎶 Performer

Jeanette (Janice Karman)

Jeanette is the thoughtful, analytical Chipette who helps decipher clues and brainstorm solutions. She uses her intellect to keep the team organized and to assess the situation logically. Her calm presence helps steady the group's nerves.

🧠 Analytical 🧩 Problem-solver 🤝 Team player

Eleanor (Janice Karman)

Eleanor is brave and caring, and she supports Theodore with compassion. She follows, encourages, and helps him confront the danger posed by Talbot. Her presence motivates the Chipmunks to protect their friend and the town.

💪 Courage 💖 Compassion 🎯 Supportive

Mr. Lawrence Talbot (Maurice LaMarche)

Talbot is the neighbor whose secret curse transforms him into a werewolf under the full moon. He initially presents as a curious, imposing figure but becomes a sympathetic character as his backstory about the curse unfolds. His conflict with the children centers on breaking the family curse rather than pure malice.

🧩 Mystery 🐺 Cursed 🧭 Dual-nature

Madame Raya (April Winchell)

Madame Raya is an eccentric psychic who offers cryptic guidance about Theodore's condition. She foresees danger and provides a risky plan to stop the impending transformation. Her presence adds a mystical, comic element to the investigation.

🔮 Mystic 🧭 Guidance 🗣️ Eccentric

Principal Milliken (Miriam Flynn)

Principal Milliken oversees the school and enforces discipline during the growing chaos. She supports the drama program but is briefly caught in the misunderstandings surrounding the frightening events. By the end, she witnesses the students' growth and the resolution of the crisis.

🏫 Authority 🗣️ Leadership 👩‍🏫 School

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Major Themes – Alvin and the Chipmunks Meet the Wolfman (2000)

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🌕 Transformation

Lycanthropy drives the plot as Theodore's bite triggers a double life: a dangerous werewolf by night and a common, puppy-like figure by day. The transformation tests the brothers' trust and ingenuity as they search for a cure. The motif explores control, identity, and the consequences of hidden powers.

🎭 Theater

The school play Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde becomes the central stage for the story's conflict. Alvin, Simon, Theodore, and even their peers must adapt to changing roles to protect the performance. Their teamwork shows how creativity and courage can outpace fear. The stage also symbolizes how appearances can be deceiving.

👪 Family

The Chipmunks' strong bond drives them to protect Theodore and each other. They navigate mischief and danger together, balancing mischief with responsibility. The family dynamic underpins the choices they make and the lengths they go to save their friend.

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