Werewolves Within (2021): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending
Werewolves Within is a 2021 comedy horror film starring Sam Richardson as Finn Wheeler, Wayne Duvall and Milana Vayntrub. It runs 1 hour 37 minutes and earned $991,898 worldwide on a $6.5 million budget. Critics gave it 86% on Rotten Tomatoes and 66 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.0/10.
What Is Werewolves Within About?
The premise of Werewolves Within without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.
A snowstorm isolates a small town where tensions are already high due to a controversial pipeline proposal. When a mysterious creature begins terrorizing the community, a forest ranger and a postal worker find themselves working together to discover the truth behind the attacks. As suspicion falls on everyone, they must uncover the monster’s identity and restore peace to the isolated and divided town before it’s torn apart completely.
Werewolves Within Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- werewolf
- forest ranger
- lycanthrope
- police protagonist
- based on video game
- small town
- frozen corpse
- postal worker
- african american protagonist
- no opening credits
- two word title
- werewolf horror
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- 2020s
- 21st century
- axe throwing
- cop versus werewolf
- title written by female
- vermont
- winter the season
- married gay couple
- snow covered landscape
- bow hunter
- crime of passion
- prologue
- country inn
- gas pipeline
- pipeline protest
- environmentalist
- female mechanic
- papillon dog
- log cabin
- night vision
- suicide by gunshot
- pet dog
- dead dog
- bloody wound
- bear spray
- jump scare
- whodunnit mystery
- held at gunpoint
- killed by an arrow
- characters murdered one by one
- shot to death
- mail theft
- impostor
- transformation
- therianthropy
- snowshoe
- crossbow
- madcap comedy
Werewolves Within Cast & Characters
Sam Richardson leads the cast as Finn Wheeler, with Wayne Duvall as Sam Parker and Milana Vayntrub as Cecily Moore.
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Wayne Duvall as Sam Parker - Milana Vayntrub as Cecily Moore
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Michaela Watkins as Trisha Anderton
Also Starring in Werewolves Within
· 8 more- Michael Chernus Pete Anderton
- Cheyenne Jackson Devon Wolfson
- Sarah Burns Gwen
- George Basil Marcus
- Glenn Fleshler Emerson
- Catherine Curtin Jeanine Sherman
- Rebecca Henderson Dr. Ellis
- Harvey Guillen
Werewolves Within Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Werewolves Within 86% on Rotten Tomatoes and 66 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.0/10. Our Echo Score gives it 70/100, strongest in art & craft (75) and weakest in story & flow (60).
Werewolves Within Echo Score Breakdown
Werewolves Within blends horror and comedy with an uneven but entertaining execution. Critics acknowledge the film’s sharp visual gags and a cast that carries much of the humor, while several reviewers note a weak climax and inconsistent tone. Audience responses reflect appreciation for the lead performances and occasional clever moments, yet many find the narrative and scares underwhelming. The mixed consensus results in a moderately positive impression that rewards a casual viewing.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 75
In terms of direction and visual craft, the film benefits from smart direction that keeps the comedic premise alive, and cinematography that captures the bleak winter setting. Critics note smooth handling of broad performances and occasional effective violence, while a few users mention overused editing cuts. Overall, the technical execution is competent though not consistently striking.
- Character & Emotion 68
When evaluating character work, reviewers consistently praise Sam Richardson’s performance and the palpable chemistry with Milana Vayntrub, describing them as engaging anchors for the ensemble. The cast’s comedic timing is highlighted as a strength, yet several audience comments criticize shallow character writing and unlikable personalities. Consequently, character appeal is mixed, leaning toward positive due to standout performances.
- Story & Flow 60
The narrative strives for a whodunit mystery intertwined with horror beats, but reviewers highlight pacing issues and a climax that falls flat. While some praise the inventive premise and occasional tension, many note a weak conclusion and uneven tone that undermine cohesion. Overall, the story is viewed as uneven, delivering moments of intrigue without sustained engagement.
- Sensory Experience 70
Sound and visual style receive modest commendation; the film’s sharp visual gags and effective violent set pieces are noted, and the wintry setting contributes to the mood. However, sound design and musical cues are rarely mentioned, and some viewers find the overall sensory impact insufficiently immersive. The sensory experience is thus competent but unremarkable.
- Rewatch Factor 65
Rewatch potential is mixed; several users express eagerness to view the film again due to its humor and ensemble chemistry, while others suggest it is best suited for a single weekend watch and quickly forgotten. Critics’ references to its lively spirit support occasional repeatability, but the uneven climax limits lasting appeal. The film offers modest replay value.
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IMDb 6.0 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 86% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 80%
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Metacritic 66 Metascore
User score 5.9
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TMDB 60% User score
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Letterboxd 3.0 /5
16 ratings
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Movie Insider 3.0 /5
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Werewolves Within Plot Summary & Ending Explained
What happens in Werewolves Within from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Finn Wheeler, a dedicated forest ranger, arrives in the small town of Beaverfield to oversee a contentious pipeline project proposed by the businessman Sam Parker. Upon his arrival, he quickly forms a connection with the town’s mail carrier, Cecily Moore, and meets a diverse group of residents, including the troubled couple Trisha Anderton and Pete Anderton, affluent duo Devon Wolfson and Joaquim Wolfson, and the local workers Gwen and Marcus. One particular resident, the reclusive Emerson Flint, adds to the town’s eccentricity.
Full summary
The whole story of Werewolves Within, scene by scene, with the ending explained
Werewolves Within Box Office & Budget
Werewolves Within grossed $991,898 worldwide on a $6.5 million budget, 15% of what it cost. $575,783 came from the US and Canada and $416,115 (42%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$991.9K
15% of its budget back
- US & Canada
- $575.8K
- International
- $416.1K
- Budget
- $6.5M
Werewolves Within Trailers & Videos
4 videos: 2 trailers, 1 teaser and 1 clip.
- Trailer Werewolves Within - Official Trailer | HD | IFC Films
- Teaser Werewolves Within - Official Teaser | HD | IFC Films
- Clip Werewolves Within - Clip (2021)
How Well Do You Know Werewolves Within?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Werewolves Within Also Known As
17 alternative titles, including “Loups-garous” and “Aramızdaki Kurtadamlar”.
- Also known as
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- Loups-garous
- Aramızdaki Kurtadamlar
- Оборотні всередині
- Оборотни внутри
- Vukodlak među nama
- A cena con il lupo
- Um Lobo Entre Nós
- Непријатељ у нама
- Un hombre lobo entre nosotros
- הזאב שבפנים
- 狼人游戏
- 狼人入侵
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- Wilkołaki są wśród nas
- 놈이 우리 안에 있다
- Vilkači mūsu vidū
- Vilkolakiai
- 人狼ゲーム 夜になったら、最後
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Werewolves Within FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Werewolves Within, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Werewolves Within?
Werewolves Within runs 1 hour 37 minutes (97 minutes).
When was Werewolves Within released?
Werewolves Within was released on June 25, 2021.
Who is in the cast of Werewolves Within?
Werewolves Within stars Sam Richardson as Finn Wheeler, Wayne Duvall as Sam Parker and Milana Vayntrub as Cecily Moore, among 12 credited actors.
How much did Werewolves Within make at the box office?
Werewolves Within grossed $991,898 worldwide ($575,783 domestic, $416,115 international) on a budget of $6.5 million.
How is Werewolves Within rated?
Werewolves Within has 6.0/10 on IMDb, 86% on Rotten Tomatoes, 66 on Metacritic and 60% on TMDB.
Does Werewolves Within have a post-credit scene?
No. Werewolves Within has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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