Full Moon High 1981
“He's today's teenage werewolf… only the rules have changed!”
What is Full Moon High?
Full Moon High is a 1981 American comedy horror film written and directed by Larry Cohen. The film stars Adam Arkin, Ed McMahon, and Roz Kelly, and features the tagline stating he is today's teenage werewolf and only the rules have changed.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1981
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 95 minutes
- Release date
- Aug 4, 1981
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Filmways Pictures, Larco Productions
- Genres
- Horror, Comedy, Fantasy
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 4.4/10 from 38 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~95 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Filmways Pictures, Larco Productions
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Overview
Full Moon High is a 1981 American comedy horror film written and directed by Larry Cohen. The film stars Adam Arkin, Ed McMahon, and Roz Kelly, and features the tagline stating he is today's teenage werewolf and only the rules have changed. The story follows a popular high school quarterback and football player who takes a trip to Romania. Following this trip, he becomes a werewolf and must struggle to come to terms with his new reality and hirsute situation. The feature has a runtime of one hour and thirty-five minutes and was released in the United States on October ninth, 1981, carrying a PG rating. The genres associated with the film include horror, comedy, and fantasy.
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“A gripping exploration of horror and comedy that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is Full Moon High worth watching?
Full Moon High holds a community rating of 4.4/10 based on 38 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Horror, Comedy for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Full Moon High and when was it released?
Full Moon High is a feature film with a runtime of 95 minutes. It was released in 1981. Release status: Released.
Who directed Full Moon High?
Full Moon High was directed by Larry Cohen.
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