The Wolf Man (1941)

The Wolf Man (1941) is a classic Gothic horror about fate, superstition and a man’s loss of control. Larry Talbot (Lon Chaney Jr.), returning to his ancestral home in Wales after his brother’s death, is bitten during a night attack by a mysterious wolf. Told by a gypsy seer that the bite carries lycanthropy, Larry is drawn into a desperate struggle as each full moon transforms him into the very monster he once hunted. His father, Sir John, and his love interest, Gwen Conliffe, become caught between disbelief, fear and the tragic reality of Larry’s condition, while the sinister figure of Bela and his mother Maleva loom over the unfolding curse. Seeing the film you’ll experience moody, black‑and‑white atmosphere, mounting suspense, and a tragic tone rather than simple shocks—an emphasis on character and inevitability as a practical, modern man confronts an ancient, supernatural fate. The movie blends horror, mystery and a hint of romance, with memorable performances (notably Lon Chaney Jr. and Bela Lugosi), eerie period settings, and early Hollywood makeup and effects that defined the werewolf myth on screen. It’s a slow-building, emotionally driven nightmare—ideal for fans of classic Universal horror and anyone interested in the origins of cinematic werewolf lore.

Actors: Claude Rains, Warren William, Ralph Bellamy

Director: George Waggner

Runtime: 70 min

Genres: Horror, Mystery, Romance

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