An American Werewolf in London

An American Werewolf in London

Year: 1981

Runtime: 97 min

Language: English

Director: John Landis

Horror

When two American backpackers stumble into a gruesome encounter with a monstrous wolf in rural Britain, their lives are forever changed. As one succumbs to his mortal wounds, the other is left to grapple with the terrifying reality of his own transformation - and the bloodthirsty monster he's destined to become under the next full moon.

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1

Arrival at the Moors

David Kessler and Jack Goodman arrive in the eerie Yorkshire moors after leaving New York City. The night is misty and foreboding, setting a chilling mood for their adventure.

Night Yorkshire moors
2

Encounter at the Slaughtered Lamb

The two friends seek refuge in the rustic Slaughtered Lamb pub, where they notice a strange five-pointed star on the wall. When Jack inquires about the symbol, the locals react defensively, warning them to beware the full moon.

Night Slaughtered Lamb pub
3

Straying from the Path

Against the locals' ominous warnings, David and Jack venture away from the marked trails. This reckless decision leads them deep into the moors, where they encounter danger.

Night Yorkshire moors
4

The Attack

While exploring, a ferocious creature attacks them, resulting in Jack's tragic death and David being gravely injured. In the chaos, David glimpses a mysterious naked figure in his final moments before losing consciousness.

Night Yorkshire moors
5

Awakening in the Hospital

David awakens three weeks later in a London hospital, struggling to remember the events of the horrific night. Inspector Villiers questions him, but David's account is dismissed as fantasy.

Three weeks later London hospital
6

Jack's Ghostly Warning

Jack's ghost appears to David, revealing the shocking truth that they encountered a werewolf. Jack urges David to take his own life before the next full moon to avoid becoming a monster himself.

7

Investigation and Secrets

Dr. Hirsch investigates the Slaughtered Lamb pub and uncovers a shroud of secrecy. A local warns that David's transformation will lead to chaos and destruction for others, heightening the sense of impending doom.

Slaughtered Lamb pub
8

Moving in with Alex

David is released from the hospital and moves in with Alex Price, the nurse who cared for him. Their relationship begins to deepen, though Alex is increasingly worried about David's mental state.

Alex's apartment
9

The Night of Transformation

As the full moon approaches, David undergoes his horrifying transformation into a werewolf. He loses control, rampaging through London and resulting in the deaths of several innocent victims.

Full moon night London
10

Trafalgar Square

In his desperation, David attempts to turn himself in at Trafalgar Square. Overwhelmed with despair, he struggles against his monstrous urges, trying to hold on to his humanity.

Trafalgar Square
11

Confrontation with Jack

David receives a haunting call that compels him to an adult movie theater where he meets Jack's ghost again. Jack, accompanied by other spectral figures, presents David with disturbing options for his escape.

Adult movie theater
12

Rampage through London

Under the influence of the werewolf within, David goes on a violent rampage throughout London, claiming even more lives. The police are quick to realize the danger he poses and begin their pursuit.

London
13

Cornered by Police

As the police close in on him in a dark alley, David's feral nature dominates his being. Just as they prepare to capture him, a flicker of humanity re-emerges when he hears Alex's voice calling out to him.

Alley in London
14

David's Demise

In a tragic turn of events, David lunges toward Alex in a desperate attempt to connect. The police, fearing for her safety, fire upon him, killing him and marking the end of his dual existence as man and beast.

Alley in London
15

The Aftermath

With David dead, the chaos comes to an abrupt end. His tragic fate serves as a haunting reminder of the beast that once overpowered his humanity, leaving his story forever etched in the memories of those who witnessed the horror.

Last Updated: November 19, 2024 at 20:19

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