Werewolf by Night: Season 1

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Disney+ | Season Premiere Date: October 7, 2022

Summary: After the death of their leader, a group of monster hunters, including werewolf Jack Russell (Gael García Bernal), are sent on a deadly competition to find a relic weapon in this special directed by Michael Giacchino.

Genre(s): Drama, Events & Specials

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Collider Maggie Boccella

Oct 6, 2022

With this special, Marvel turns off the lights and starts down the dark basement stairs that every horror fan knows are trouble… though really, we’re all too intrigued by what’s at the bottom to tell them to stop. Read full review

IndieWire Marisa Mirabal

Sep 27, 2022

The storyline is tight and concise but leaves one craving more. ... Utilizing elements of dark comedy, light romance, and friendship, “Werewolf by Night” is successfully able to balance fun and fright. Read full review

Jordan Moreau

Oct 6, 2022

It’s the creepiest and bloodiest Marvel project by far, and clocking in at a lean 53 minutes long, it’s a perfect, snack-sized Halloween treat heading into the spookiest of seasons. Read full review

Bob Strauss

Oct 6, 2022

We’ve got a demonically well-decorated Halloween one-off that’s packed with treats for horror fans. Read full review

Daniel Fienberg

Oct 6, 2022

At only 52 minutes and decidedly light on plot and supporting characters, it’s a slight but fairly amusing thing, elevated above being a mere exercise in style by the lead performances from Gael Garcia Bernal and Laura Donnelly. Read full review

Empire Helen O'Hara

Oct 6, 2022

Not quite as toothsome as one might hope, but no howler either, this is a thin, fun Marvel outing that hints at bigger monster business to come. Read full review

The Telegraph Robbie Collin

Oct 6, 2022

Mostly monochromatic, Universal Monsters-spoofing, hour-long “special presentation”, which splits the difference between a feature and a half-hour TV episode, and manages to feel both draggy and slight in the process. Read full review

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manningn15

Oct 9, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Werewolf by Night was just perfection for me; my favorite TV movie I've seen and one of my favorite movies ever. The cinematography was gorgeous; I loved the decision to do it in black-and-white it helped play into the classic horror movie feel and also liked the shift to color at the end. The visual and practical special effects for Man-Thing, the visual effects when Man-Thing kills people, and the special effects makeup on Gael García Berna in Russell's werewolf form were extraordinary. The writing was outstanding; the story was great, loved the blend of humor and horror, and loved the take on making the movie feel like a classic horror film but modernizing it. The performances from Gael García Bernal, Laura Donnelly, and Harriet Sansom Harris were superb. The fight choreography was awesome. The sets were well designed and cool. The music was great. Werewolf by Night was an A+ movie and a big step for the MCU in being more unique and risky in their releases.… Expand

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Deadpun313

Oct 8, 2022

One of the best shows/movies Marvel has put out. Do yourself a favor and watch this immediately.

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Kai82

Oct 16, 2022

I didn't expect something this original and unique to come out in Marvels phase 4. Werewolf by Night is a Halloween special and homage to the old classical horror films. It is even stylishly filmed in black and white and I considered this a strength. The timeline of the story in the MCU isI didn't expect something this original and unique to come out in Marvels phase 4. Werewolf by Night is a Halloween special and homage to the old classical horror films. It is even stylishly filmed in black and white and I considered this a strength. The timeline of the story in the MCU is hard to pinpoint but that doesn't matter. After the death of the legendary monster hunter Ulysses Bloodstone a group of monster hunters including the main character Jack Russel is summoned for the ultimate hunt for the successor. The winner gets the Bloodstone which gives superhuman abilities to the owner. However Ulysses estranged daughter Elsa also participates. The Bloodstone should be hers by birthright but she had a fallout with her father and stepmother in the past that lead to be not considered the successor. This is the set up for the story. I was impressed by the story or better said that they could use 53 minutes of screentime this well. It is far better than She Hulk, Hawkeye and other MCU shows. They won me over immediately as I was invested in the story and characters. Gael Garcia Bernal as Jack Russel and Laura Donnelly as Elsa Bloodstone were amazing. Again they did deliver more in 53 minutes than other shows to in hours. Also Harriet Samson Harris as Venussa Bloodstone (Stepmother) is a good antagonist. Of cause I have to praise Ted too. The fights are well choreographed and it is brutal. It helps that it is black and white to get away with a bit gore. The effects are amazing and I praise the decisions to go practical effects (CGI is also used and is fine). Lastly I praise the music which is sneakingly enhancing the atmosphere. Just noticed that the composer is also the director. Should keep an eye out for Michael Giacchino in the future as he seems promissing. Overall this was a nice and positive surprise. It is that refreshing and good that I want to give a 10/10 even if it misses that rating (But not that much). I go with a 9/10 and want a TV show for this or at least a follow up movie.… Expand

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SoulWarfare

Oct 9, 2022

More like Monkey by Night.

Nevertheless, this is one of the more interesting and creative Marvel projects in recent years. The black and white, film grainy visual style gives it that great 40s horror movie vibes which I love. I also adore the use of shadows and practical effects, which isMore like Monkey by Night.

Nevertheless, this is one of the more interesting and creative Marvel projects in recent years. The black and white, film grainy visual style gives it that great 40s horror movie vibes which I love. I also adore the use of shadows and practical effects, which is a breath of fresh air in Marvel's overuse of CG. The actors also do a great job in illustrating their personalities in this short run time. The soundtrack is also wonderful but this is expected of Michael who is also directing this special as well. My only complaint is that I actually wish it was longer! This is an impressive director debut from Michael Giacchino and I'm looking forward to seeing more of him in the director's chair. More of this please!… Expand

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DolphinReviews

Oct 7, 2022

A good change of pace for the MCU. Seeing Man-Thing in the MCU was heavily appreciated. Really looking forward to the hopeful Midnight Suns/Sons.

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MegaCriticBob

Oct 9, 2022

This one off special created a brilliantly atmospheric spoof using tropes from classic horror and fantasy movies of the past. The acting was top quality and the direction achieved humour and tension at the same time, quite a feat. The issue with the show is the power levels of theThis one off special created a brilliantly atmospheric spoof using tropes from classic horror and fantasy movies of the past. The acting was top quality and the direction achieved humour and tension at the same time, quite a feat. The issue with the show is the power levels of the characters - bowing to the woke agenda of Disney the show has the main female character deadlier than its scary monster lead character - seemingly the writers were unaware of how this took away from the impact of the entire show. Or they were forced into by pressure from above. This really took the score down by at least 3 points for me.… Expand

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andy_indierock

Oct 9, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. What a nonsensical film. No origin of the monster friendly hero like Marvel thought we all read all Marvel comics.… Expand

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