An American Werewolf in London

Name: An American Werewolf in London
Director: John Landis
Genre: Comedy, Horror
Released: 1981
Duration: 97 min

1h 37m · 1981 · Directed by John Landis · 3.8 / 5 on Letterboxd

An American Werewolf in London (1981) runs 1h 37m, directed by John Landis. It is one of 3,647 films in the 100 Minute Movies catalog — every one rated 3.0 or higher by Letterboxd members and short enough to finish in an evening.

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.

Genres: Comedy, Horror

Where to watch: Prime Video (US, checked 9 July 2026)

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