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Werewolves (2024): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Where to Watch

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Werewolves is a 2024 action thriller directed by Steven C. Miller, starring Lou Diamond Phillips as Dr. Aranda, Frank Grillo and Ilfenesh Hadera. It runs 1 hour 34 minutes and earned $2.3 million worldwide. Critics gave it 46 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 4.4/10. Stream it on Hulu, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

IMDb rating
4.4/10
worldwide gross
$2.3M
Echo Score
44
Metascore
46
Werewolves (2024) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 34m (94 min)
Director
Steven C. Miller
Genres
Action , Horror , Thriller
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Werewolves About?

The premise of Werewolves without spoilers.

A rare supermoon event activated a dormant gene in the human population, transforming those exposed to the moonlight into werewolves. The initial outbreak resulted in widespread chaos and nearly a billion fatalities. Now, a year later, the supermoon is returning, threatening to unleash the werewolves once more.

Werewolves Themes & Keywords

· 23 tags
  • werewolf
  • werewolf horror
  • small town
  • super moon
  • government scientist
  • full moon around perigee
  • full moon
  • cdc scientists
  • werewolf attack
  • human metamorphosis
  • werewolf kills werewolf
  • cellular mutation
+11 more
  • werewolf attacks family
  • bullets kill werewolf
  • werewolf antidote
  • perigee
  • child werewolf
  • filmed in los angeles
  • fight to survive
  • barricaded inside
  • survive the night
  • filmed in puerto rico
  • zombie horror
Where to watch

Where to Watch Werewolves

Stream it on Hulu, or rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.

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Cast & crew

Werewolves Cast & Characters

Lou Diamond Phillips leads the cast as Dr. Aranda, with Frank Grillo as Wesley and Ilfenesh Hadera as Lucy. Directed by Steven C. Miller; 9 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Werewolves

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Ratings

Werewolves Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Werewolves 46 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 4.4/10. Our Echo Score gives it 44/100, strongest in art & craft (58) and weakest in character & emotion (30).

44 /100

Werewolves Echo Score Breakdown

Werewolves elicits a mixed response, with its practical creature work standing out against a backdrop of uneven direction and narrative shortcomings. Critics and viewers alike commend the werewolf designs, yet many point to underlit makeup, inconsistent pacing, and flat performances. The film delivers occasional thrills, but the overall execution limits its appeal. Consequently, the movie lands in the lower‑mid range of the Echo Score scale, reflecting modest entertainment value tempered by notable flaws.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 58

    In terms of art and craft, the film showcases effective practical werewolf effects, which several reviewers praised for their tangible impact. However, the makeup and lighting are frequently described as underlit and ineffective, and direction is called flat or nonexistent. This mixture of solid creature work and weak overall production design results in a moderately positive assessment of the visual craftsmanship.

  • Character & Emotion 30

    When it comes to character and emotion, acting is widely criticized as subpar, with many reviewers labeling performances as bland, annoying, or unconvincing. The leads receive particular censure for lacking depth and believable motivation. Although a few viewers find occasional enjoyment, the prevailing sentiment is that the characters fail to engage, pulling the score into the lower tier.

  • Story & Flow 35

    Regarding story and flow, the plot is commonly described as predictable, slow, and riddled with confusing rules. Reviewers note a rushed ending and hazy backstory that detract from coherence. While the premise of a Purge‑meets‑werewolves concept is acknowledged as interesting, execution issues drive the narrative score toward the lower end of the spectrum.

  • Sensory Experience 50

    In the sensory experience category, the movie’s practical creature design receives consistent praise, contributing to effective visual moments. Soundtrack and overall audio are less frequently mentioned, but the visual style suffers from inconsistent lighting and makeup quality. This blend of strong effects and weaker atmospheric elements positions the sensory score near the midpoint.

  • Rewatch Factor 45

    The rewatch factor is modest; some viewers enjoy the film as a popcorn‑style action piece and appreciate its occasional thrills, suggesting limited repeatability. Conversely, many criticize the storyline, acting, and production flaws, which reduce its lasting appeal. The net impression is a conditional entertainment value that may warrant a single viewing but little incentive for revisits.

Box office

Werewolves Box Office

Werewolves grossed $2.3 million worldwide. $1.9 million came from the US and Canada and $391,897 (17%) from the rest of the world.

2024 box office

Worldwide gross

$2.3M

US & Canada
$1.9M
International
$391.9K
US & Canada 83% Rest of the world 17%
Videos

Werewolves Trailers & Videos

8 videos: 1 trailer, 4 teasers and 3 clips.

All 8 videos
UK Trailer
  • Teaser Trailer #2
  • Teaser Wolf Fight :30
  • Teaser Busy Night :15
  • Teaser UK Teaser
Details

Werewolves Also Known As

22 alternative titles, including “Year 2” and “异变狼人”.

Also known as
  • Year 2
  • 异变狼人
  • Werewolves - An apex Predator rises
  • El despertar de la bestia
  • Другой мир: Год волка
  • La Noche De Los Hombres Lobo
  • Ера перевертнів
  • Wilkołaki
  • A Noite dos Lobisomens
  • คนหอนกลายพันธุ์
  • Vukodlaci, მაქციები
  • Vârcolacii
+10 more
  • 異變狼人
  • گرگینه ها
  • Người Sói
  • 나이트 오브 울브즈
  • Lobisomens
  • Les loups-garous
  • אנשי זאב
  • Vérfarkasok
  • Werewolves: El despertar de la bèstia
  • Vilkolakiai

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FAQ

Werewolves FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Box Office

Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Werewolves, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Werewolves?

Werewolves runs 1 hour 34 minutes (94 minutes).

When was Werewolves released?

Werewolves was released on December 6, 2024.

Who directed Werewolves?

Werewolves was directed by Steven C. Miller.

More films by Steven C. Miller

Who is in the cast of Werewolves?

Werewolves stars Lou Diamond Phillips as Dr. Aranda, Frank Grillo as Wesley and Ilfenesh Hadera as Lucy, among 9 credited actors.

Where can I watch Werewolves?

In the US, Werewolves is streaming on Hulu and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).

How much did Werewolves make at the box office?

Werewolves grossed $2.3 million worldwide ($1.9 million domestic, $391,897 international).

How is Werewolves rated?

Werewolves has 4.4/10 on IMDb and 46 on Metacritic.

Does Werewolves have a post-credit scene?

No. Werewolves has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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