The Wolf Man (1941) movie poster

The Wolf Man (1941)

"His hideous howl a dirge of death!"
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 67%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 82% (RT: 91%, MC: 72) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
HorrorDrama

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Director
George Waggner
Runtime
1h 10m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.0/10 (668 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
91%
Metacritic
72
Cast
Lon Chaney Jr. as Larry Talbot / The Wolf Man
Claude Rains as Sir John Talbot
Ralph Bellamy as Colonel Montford
Warren William as Dr. Lloyd
Patric Knowles as Frank Andrews
Bela Lugosi as Bela
Evelyn Ankers as Gwen Conliffe
It's divisive. Only 67% of audiences liked it based on 668 votes. Critics gave it 82%.
Overview
After his brother's death, Larry Talbot returns home to his father and the family estate. Events soon take a turn for the worse when Larry is bitten by a werewolf. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • George Waggner cited several classic horror films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • During production of The Wolf Man, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
Audience Consensus

The Wolf Man is a 1941 horror, drama film directed by George Waggner. After his brother's death, Larry Talbot returns home to his father and the family estate. Events soon take a turn for the worse when Larry is bitten by a werewolf.

The film has been rated by 668 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a horror film, The Wolf Man delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

The Wolf Man (1941) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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