An American Werewolf in London

David (David Naughton) and Jack (Griffin Dunne), two American college students, are backpacking through Britain when a large wolf attacks them. David survives with a bite, but Jack is brutally killed. As David heals in the hospital, he's plagued by violent nightmares of his mutilated friend, who warns David that he is becoming a werewolf. When David discovers the horrible truth, he contemplates committing suicide before the next full moon causes him to transform from man to murderous beast.

RELEASE DATE: Friday, Aug 21, 1981

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How long is An American Werewolf in London?: An American Werewolf in London is 1 hr 37 min long.

Who directed An American Werewolf in London?: John Landis

Who is David Kessler in An American Werewolf in London?: David Naughton plays David Kessler in the film.

What is An American Werewolf in London about?: David (David Naughton) and Jack (Griffin Dunne), two American college students, are backpacking through Britain when a large wolf attacks them. David survives with a bite, but Jack is brutally killed. As David heals in the hospital, he's plagued by violent nightmares of his mutilated friend, who warns David that he is becoming a werewolf. When David discovers the horrible truth, he contemplates committing suicide before the next full moon causes him to transform from man to murderous beast.