The Werewolf
1956, English. Directed by Fred F. Sears.
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The arrival in a small mountain town of a dissheveled stranger launches a series of murders committed by some sort of animal. As the town doctor and his daughter attempt to help the stranger, the sheriff investigates the murders; and they uncover a sinister experiment involving two rogue scientists, a car accident victim, his wife and children, and a serum that causes a man to turn into a ravaging werewolf.
- Runtime
- 1h 19m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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5.6/10 from 57 TMDB viewer ratings.
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The Werewolf isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
- Fred F. SearsDirector
- Steven RitchDuncan Marsh
- Don MegowanSheriff Jack Haines
- Joyce HoldenAmy Standish
- Ken ChristyDr. Jonas Gilcrist
- George LynnDr. Morgan Chambers
- S. John LaunerDr. Emery Forrest
- Harry LauterDeputy Ben Clovey
- Eleanore TaninMrs. Helen Marsh
- Kim CharneyChris Marsh
- Don C. HarveyDeputy (uncredited)
- Larry J. BlakeHank Durgis
- George CisarHoxie
Details
- Released
- 1 July 1956
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Robert E. Kent, James B. Gordon
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The Werewolf: quick answers
Is The Werewolf worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.6/10 from 57 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Werewolf?
The Werewolf runs 79 minutes (1h 19m).
Does The Werewolf have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Werewolf. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Werewolf parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Werewolf is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Werewolf on?
The Werewolf isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 7 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Werewolf?
If you liked The Werewolf, try Frankenstein Meets the Wolf Man, The Invisible Man, Island of Lost Souls.
Who directed The Werewolf?
The Werewolf (1956) was directed by Fred F. Sears and stars Steven Ritch, Don Megowan, Joyce Holden.