Is There Going to Be a Remake of an American Werewolf in London?

By Anna Duncan

There has been a lot of buzz lately about a potential remake of the classic horror film, “An American Werewolf in London.” Rumors have been swirling for years, but now it seems like there might be some real momentum behind the project.

History of the Original Film

“An American Werewolf in London” was released in 1981 and quickly became a cult classic. Directed by John Landis, the movie tells the story of two American tourists who are attacked by a werewolf while backpacking through England.

One of them is killed, while the other begins to transform into a werewolf himself. The film was praised for its special effects and dark humor, and it won an Academy Award for Best Makeup.

Why Remake It?

So why would anyone want to remake such a beloved classic? There are a few reasons.

For one thing, Hollywood loves remakes because they come with built-in name recognition and an established fan base. Additionally, technology has advanced so much since 1981 that there are likely many new special effects techniques that could make the werewolf transformation even more impressive.

Who’s Involved?

According to reports, Max Landis (son of original director John Landis) has written a script for the remake and is attached as an executive producer. However, it’s unclear at this point who will direct or star in the new movie.

Reactions from Fans

As with any remake or reboot, there are mixed reactions from fans. Some people are excited to see what a modern take on “An American Werewolf in London” could look like, while others feel like Hollywood should leave well enough alone.

Twitter Reactions:

  • @horrorfanatic_69: If they mess up An American Werewolf in London I swear to god..#remakes #why
  • @moviebuff123: I’m cautiously optimistic about the AAWIL remake. Could be great if they do it right.
  • @werewolflover: Can’t wait for the remake! The original is a classic but it’s time for a fresh take.

Conclusion

So, is there going to be a remake of “An American Werewolf in London”? It certainly seems like there’s a good chance. Whether or not it will live up to the original remains to be seen, but fans will no doubt be keeping a close eye on any further developments.