Full Moon High
“He's today's teenage werewolf… only the rules have changed!”
Synopsis
After a trip to Romania, popular high school quarterback Tony Walker becomes a werewolf, and struggles to come to terms with his hirsute situation.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Original 1981 Theatrical TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-11-24
Top Cast
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Adam Arkin
Tony
Ed McMahon
Dad - Col. William P. Walker
Joanne Nail
Ricky
Alan Arkin
Dr. Brand
Pat Morita
The Silversmith
Jim J. Bullock
Eddie
Elizabeth Hartman
Miss Montgomery
Laurene Landon
Blondie
John Blyth Barrymore
Student
Julius Harris
Hijacker (uncredited)
Louis Nye
Reverend
Demond Wilson
Cabbie / Bus Driver
Kenneth Mars
The Coach - Principal Cleveland
Tom Aldredge
The Jailer
Roz Kelly
Jane
Bill Kirchenbauer
Flynn
James Dixon
Deputy - Jack
Tom Clancy
Priest
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 9, 1981
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Larry Cohen
- Screenplay & Story
- Larry Cohen
- Original Score
- Gary William Friedman
- Original Title
- Full Moon High
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- Filmways Pictures, Larco Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Larry Cohen
Larry Cohen
Gary William Friedman
Daniel Pearl
Armond Lebowitz
Larry Cohen
Department Leadership Roster
Larry Cohen
Director
Larry Cohen
Screenplay
Armond Lebowitz
Editor
Larry Cohen
Producer
Gary William Friedman
Original Music Composer
Daniel Pearl
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Full Moon High
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Full Moon High about?
After a trip to Romania, popular high school quarterback Tony Walker becomes a werewolf, and struggles to come to terms with his hirsute situation.
Who directed Full Moon High?
Full Moon High was directed by Larry Cohen.
Who stars in Full Moon High?
The principal cast of Full Moon High includes Adam Arkin, Ed McMahon, Joanne Nail, Alan Arkin, Pat Morita.
When was Full Moon High released and how long is it?
Full Moon High was released in 1981 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for Full Moon High?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Full Moon High was composed by Gary William Friedman.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Full Moon High?
Full Moon High holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).