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Vampire films are a dime-a-dozen, Frankenstein's monster gets a crop of flicks every few years, but it seems that werewolves are a bit more difficult to bring to the silver screen. It's a shame that werewolf movies aren't as common because when done right, a werewolf can be the scariest monster out there. Vampires can be reasoned with, Frankenstein's monster can be redeemed, but nothing can stop a hungry werewolf.

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There still is a healthy chunk of werewolf films out there, but which ones are the ones that will really whet your appetite? Why don't we ask The Internet Movie Database?

Hammer Film Productions is well represented in the annals of horror history. Oddly, however, The Curse of The Werewolf is often overlooked when it comes to their output, but you should remember it. Directed by Hammer legend Terrence Fisher and starring Oliver Reed in one of his earliest roles, The Curse of The Werewolf centers around a man who has been cursed since birth to be a werewolf.

While some slightly more famous Hammer films have seemingly overshadowed this movie, the fact that it has been referenced in two films that will show up later in this list shows that this lycanthrope tragedy has not been forgotten.

Released the same year as two other werewolf films, The Howling has certainly carved its own path. Based on the 1977 novel of the same name by Gary Brandner, The Howling follows a news anchor named Karen White, who is played by a pre-E.T. Dee Wallace, who finds herself in a mountain resort that is populated by werewolves.

Joe Dante's solid direction and Rob Bottin's top-notch makeup effects have helped this film stand out among its peers. Since it came out, The Howling has spawned a strong following, a handful of successful careers, and a crop of sequels that are worthy of a silver bullet, to say the least.

Director Neil Jordan offers a terrifying, fairy tale adventure from the mind of author Angela Carter. This British horror-fantasy tells the story of a modern-day teen who imagines herself in a forest in the 1700s, the girl soon finds herself, as well as her family, being threatened by werewolves.

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Starring legends like David Warner, Angela Lansbury, and an uncredited Terrence Stamp as The Devil, The Company of Wolves has a unique premise, great direction, and a reputation of being a fairy tale movie that kids should definitely avoid if they don't like being scared.

In this 2017 Brazilian horror film, a woman named Clara is hired by a troubled pregnant woman named Ana despite having shoddy recommendations. After a series of bizarre antics, the two begin a romantic tryst that ends in a deeply horrific fashion. During the night, Ana suffers from an intense stomach cramp, but before anything can be done, her stomach explodes, which kills her and bringing her werewolf offspring into the world.

This pseudo musical deals with themes like homosexuality, parenthood, and race, which give a lot of weight to the most recent film on this list.

The year 2000 was a weird time for horror movies. While we had entered a whole new millennium, there was still a hint of the 90s about them which somewhat affect how well they have aged. That said, there are some solid horror films that came out in the same year that gave us American Psycho, and Ginger Snaps is one of them.

In this film from Canada, two death-obsessed sisters Ginger and Brigitte becoming entangled into a dark tale when Ginger becomes a werewolf. An underrated werewolf film that deals with heavy themes, Ginger Snaps has earned its cult following.

The Face's poster review of Dog Soldiers, calling it "Jaws, Aliens, and Predatorwith a werewolf twist..." is probably the most accurate way to describe this film. Directed by Neil Marshell, who would later direct The Descent, this film follows a ragtag squad of British soldiers on a training mission in The Scottish Highlands. However, when they are attacked by a pack of werewolves, they must fight to survive until the full moon falls.

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Loaded with great acting, sharp humor, and buckets full of gore, Dog Soldiers is a movie that horror fans still speak highly of today.

Right now you are probably asking "What is Nazareno Cruz and The Wolf?" Well, this Argentine film from 1975 isn't particularly well known, but it is worth a search. In the film, a young man is confronted by Satan himself, who makes him a deal that if he gives up his relationship with the love of his life he would be made very wealthy. When he refuses Lucifer's offer, he finds himself turning into a werewolf.

Nazareno Cruz and The Wolfwas submitted as a candidate for Best Foreign Film at The 48th Academy Awards. It didn't end up getting nominated, but it at least was considered for a nomination.

Christophe Gans is probably best known for the so-so Silent Hill movie, but an earlier outing from the director in Brotherhood of The Wolf is easily his greatest accomplishment. Set during The French Revolution, the film features a member of French royalty and his Iroquois companion being sent to investigate a massacre that was perpetrated by an unknown creature...yeah, it's a werewolf.

The film is bolstered by special effects that blend CGI, puppets, and animatronics made by none other than Jim Henson's Creature Shops. This mashing of various genres makes a stew called Brotherhood of The Wolf, and that stew is really delicious.

The OG classic in all it's black and white glory. When Larry Talbot, played by Lon Chaney Jr., returns to his home in Europe. However, when he is mysteriously attacked by a wolf after an encounter with some gypsies, he is cursed to become a werewolf when the full moon rises.

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Though the 2010 remake starring Benicio Del Toro as Talbot was nothing particularly special, it does little to nothing to damage the original's legacy. The Wolf Man stands alongside Dracula and Frankenstein for a good reason.

Possibly one of the best horror movies of all time and definitely one of the best horror comedies. Two college students backpack through the old English town of East Proctor when they are attacked by a massive wolf. One of them wakes up in a hospital in London where the ghost of his friend attempts to convince him to commit suicide or else he will become a werewolf himself. Naturally, that's what happens, and what ensues is terrifying, hilarious, and tragic.

Released in 1981, the same year as The Howling, An American Werewolf In London stands the test of time. Containing phenomenal practical effects by Rick Baker, outstanding direction by John Landis, as well as great performances by the likes of David Naughton, John Woodvine, Griffin Dunne, and Jenny Agutter, An American Werewolf In London is simply one of the greats.

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