Movies like Full Moon High (1981)
The best movies like Full Moon High (1981) are Mom (1990), An American Werewolf in Paris (1997) and Wolfman (1979). If Full Moon High hooked you with its horror and comedy, these 30 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.
Quick picks
- Highest ratedMichael Jackson's Thriller (1983)8.2/10 from 812 votes
- NewestAnother WolfCop (2017)Released 2017
Mom (1990)
During a time when the city of Los Angeles is terrorized by animal attack style murders, a kindly elderly lady provides a nomad with room and board. It turns out that he is a werewolf and is responsible for the recent killings. He bites the elderly woman, turning her into a hungry werewolf. Now her adult son must try to prevent the both of them from doing any more harm.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy & horror
An American Werewolf in Paris (1997)
An American man unwittingly gets involved with werewolves who have developed a serum allowing them to transform at will.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both horror & comedy
SnoozefestMovies like thisWolfman (1979)
A man finds out that his family has a werewolf curse put upon them.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both horror
Silver Bullet (1985)
The small city of Tarker's Mills is startled by a series of sadistic murders. The population fears the work of a maniac, but sightings of a mysterious, hairy creature soon spread. People lock themselves up at night, but there's one boy who's still outside…
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both horror
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisBig Bad Wolf (2006)
In Cameron, a group of hunters is attacked by a wild animal, and Charlie Cowley survives, but sees his brother Scott dying. Seven years later, his teenage nephew Derek Cowley steals the key of his stepfather's cabin in the isolated Fire Road 13, and travels with four classmates and his friend Sam to spend the weekend having a party with booze and sex. However, they are attacked by a Beast that kills his friends in a sadistic way. Sam and Derek survive, and they suspect that his stepfather, Mitchell Toblat, is a werewolf. When Charlie meets Derek and Sam, they decide to collect evidence to prove that Mitchell is the Beast and kill him, but Mitchell discovers their plot and chases the trio.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both horror & comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisNever Cry Werewolf (2008)
Loren doesn't like her new neighbor, Jared, or his vicious dog. Along with her friend Steven, Loren spies on Jared and begins to suspect he's a werewolf, responsible for a rash of disappearances. But Jared is watching her just as closely because Loren reminds him of his dead wife. As a full-moon night nears, Loren enlists the help of TV star Redd Tucker, who knows how to hunt -- and who believes her werewolf theory.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both horror
SnoozefestMovies like thisBad Moon (1996)
During an expedition in Nepal, a photo-journalist becomes infected by a werewolf. Returning to the U.S., he holes up in an isolated location in the woods, but when he invites his sister and nephew for a visit, their dog, Thor, knows something is amiss.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both horror & fantasy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisAn American Werewolf in London (1981)
American tourists David and Jack are savagely attacked by an unidentified animal while hiking on the Yorkshire Moors. After retiring to the home of a beautiful nurse to recuperate, David soon begins experiencing disturbing changes to his body and mind.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy & horror
Worth the HypeMovies like thisWolf (1994)
Aging publisher Will Randall is at the end of his rope when a younger co-worker snatches his job out from under his nose. But after being bitten by a wolf, Will suddenly finds himself full of youthful vigor. As he struggles to regain his position, he becomes enthralled with Laura Alden, his former boss's daughter. And, as increasingly animal-like urges begin to overwhelm him, Randall worries that he may be turning into the creature that bit him.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both horror
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisTeen Wolf (1985)
When a shy teenager's new-found powers help him score at basketball - and with the popular girls - he has some pretty hairy decisions to make.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy & fantasy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisMoon of the Wolf (1972)
After several locals are viciously murdered, a Louisiana sheriff starts to suspect he may be dealing with a werewolf.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both horror
SnoozefestMovies like thisWolfen (1981)
A New York City cop and an expert criminologist trying to solve a series of grisly deaths in which the victims have seemingly been maimed by feral animals discover a sinister connection between the crimes and an old legend.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both horror
SnoozefestMovies like thisOnce Bitten (1985)
Mark wants to lose his virginity, but his girlfriend wants to wait. Unfortunately for both of them, a 400-year-old vampire Countess needs to turn a virgin into a vampire before Halloween in order to preserve her own youthful appearance, and when she finds Mark, she turns his life upside-down.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy & horror
SnoozefestMovies like thisWaxwork (1988)
Wealthy slacker Mark, his new girlfriend Sarah, and their friends, are invited to a special showing at a mysterious wax museum which displays eighteen of the most evil men of all time. After his ex-girlfriend and another friend disappear, Mark becomes suspicious…
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both horror & comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisScooby-Doo! and the Reluctant Werewolf (1988)
Shaggy is turned into a werewolf by the wicked Count Dracula, and it's up to Scooby, Scrappy and Shaggy's girlfriend Googie to help him win a race against other monsters, and become human again.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Worth the HypeMovies like thisAnother WolfCop (2017)
An alcoholic cop experiences blackouts and starts turning into a werewolf when the full moon appears in the sky.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both horror & comedy
SnoozefestMovies like thisFright Night (1985)
Charley Brewster, a high school student, accidentally discovers the true and creepy nature of Jerry Dandrige, his dashing and enigmatic new neighbor; but no one seems willing to believe him.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy & horror
Worth the HypeMovies like thisThe Howling (1981)
After a bizarre and near fatal encounter with a serial killer, a newswoman is sent to a rehabilitation center whose inhabitants may not be what they seem.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both horror
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisMy Best Friend Is a Vampire (1987)
Shortly after high school student Jeremy Capello goes on a hot date, he finds he can't stand garlic or see his reflection in mirrors.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both horror & comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisVamp (1986)
Two fraternity pledges go to a sleazy bar in search of a stripper for their college friends, unaware it is occupied by vampires.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy & horror
SnoozefestMovies like thisFright Night Part 2 (1988)
After three years of therapy Charley Brewster, now a college student, is convinced that Jerry Dandridge was a serial killer posing as a vampire. But when Regine, a mysterious actress and her entourage move into Peter Vincent's apartment block, the nightmare starts again - and this time it's personal!
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both horror & comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisMy Demon Lover (1987)
Denny has yet again been left by her thug boyfriend Chip. It seems as if she is doomed to be stuck with awful guys, this time she has to choose between nerdy Charles and the strange Kaz, who turns into a monster when sexually aroused.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy & fantasy
SnoozefestMovies like thisLucky Stiff (1988)
Ron Douglas has no luck in women. After his bride runs away on their wedding day, he goes on holiday up in the mountains and finds himself wrapped up in a bizarre series of events after attending a dinner party turned deadly.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy & horror
The Monster Squad (1987)
Count Dracula returns to the world of humans accompanied by Frankenstein's Monster, the Wolfman, the Mummy, and the Gillman. The uglies are in search of a powerful amulet that will grant them the ability to rule the world. A group of horror-loving heroes are the only ones daring to stand in their way.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy & fantasy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisNight Life (1989)
Archie works part-time at his uncle's mortuary and is harassed by a few of the popular kids because of it. His harassers die in an automobile accident, and the bodies are taken to his uncle's mortuary. Archie is pulling a late night at the mortuary when he sees a storm brewing. Lightening strikes! They're alive! The preppie bullies continue to torment him...as zombies!
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both horror & comedy
Michael Jackson's Thriller (1983)
A night at the movies turns terrifying when Michael and his date are attacked by zombies.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both horror
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisStudent Bodies (1981)
This zany send-up of teen slasher flicks features a maniacal psycho known as the Breather, who stalks –and murders– promiscuous students at a suburban high school. The fanatical killer's unusual weapons include paper clips, blackboard erasers and eggplants.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy & horror
SnoozefestMovies like thisHaunted Honeymoon (1986)
Radio personalities Larry Abbot and Vickie Pearle are stars of a mystery show. Since they announced their engagement, Larry has been plagued by speech problems and, seeking out an unconventional cure, he returns to his boyhood home, a mansion in the countryside, bringing Vickie along. Larry reunites with numerous family members, but discovers that there are sinister things afoot within the walls of the creepy estate.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy & horror
SnoozefestMovies like thisHouse (1985)
A divorced horror novelist coming to terms with the disappearance of his young son inherits an old mansion home to malevolent supernatural residents.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy & horror
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisQ (1982)
A fleeing gangland flunky discovers the New York nest of Aztec deity Quetzalcoatl, the man-eating flying serpent.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both horror
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best movies like Full Moon High?
The closest matches to Full Moon High are Mom (1990), An American Werewolf in Paris (1997) and Wolfman (1979). Below are 27 more, each with the reason it matches.
What should I watch after Full Moon High?
People who watched Full Moon High most often go on to Mom (1990), An American Werewolf in Paris (1997) and Wolfman (1979).
What is the highest-rated movie like Full Moon High?
Michael Jackson's Thriller (1983), rated 8.2/10 by 812 TMDB users.
What is the newest movie like Full Moon High?
Another WolfCop (2017) is the most recent release on this list.
Are there English movies like Full Moon High?
Yes: Mom (1990), An American Werewolf in Paris (1997) and Wolfman (1979).
How are movies similar to Full Moon High chosen?
First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside Full Moon High, then TMDB’s recommendations and films it rates as similar in story and genre. Each pick says which signal put it there.