The Boy Who Cried Werewolf
“Possible in this day and age? Those who didn't believe... are dead!”
Synopsis
Little Richie Bridgestone goes to spend the weekend with his father at his secluded mountain cabin, and witnesses his father being attacked by 'a creature' that the boy recognizes as a werewolf. He tries to convince his mother and his therapist that his father is now a werewolf.
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The Boy Who Cried Werewolf (1973) - Official Trailer (HD)Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2016-07-05
Top Cast
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Kerwin Mathews
Robert Bridgestone
Elaine Devry
Sandy Bridgestone
Scott Sealey
Richie Bridgestone
Robert J. Wilke
The Sheriff
David Cass Jr.
Deputy
Bob Homel
Brother Christopher
Susan Foster
Jenny
Loretta Temple
Monica
George Gaynes
Dr Marderosian
Harold Goodwin
Mr Duncan
Jack Lucas
Harry
Paul Baxley
First Werewolf
Tim Haldeman
1st Guard
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 1, 1973
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nathan Juran
- Screenplay & Story
- Bob Homel
- Original Score
- Ted Stovall
- Original Title
- The Boy Who Cried Werewolf
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- Pacific Bay Entertainment, RKF
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nathan Juran
Bob Homel
Ted Stovall
Michael P. Joyce
Barton Hayes
Aaron Rosenberg
Department Leadership Roster
Nathan Juran
Director
Paul Baxley
Stunt Coordinator
Bob Homel
Writer
Aaron Rosenberg
Producer
Ted Stovall
Original Music Composer
Michael P. Joyce
Director of Photography
Barton Hayes
Editor
Moss Mabry
Costume Design
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
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Boy Who Cried Werewolf
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What is The Boy Who Cried Werewolf about?
Little Richie Bridgestone goes to spend the weekend with his father at his secluded mountain cabin, and witnesses his father being attacked by 'a creature' that the boy recognizes as a werewolf. He tries to convince his mother and his therapist that his father is now a werewolf.
Who directed The Boy Who Cried Werewolf?
The Boy Who Cried Werewolf was directed by Nathan Juran.
Who stars in The Boy Who Cried Werewolf?
The principal cast of The Boy Who Cried Werewolf includes Kerwin Mathews, Elaine Devry, Scott Sealey, Robert J. Wilke, David Cass Jr..
When was The Boy Who Cried Werewolf released and how long is it?
The Boy Who Cried Werewolf was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
Who composed the musical score for The Boy Who Cried Werewolf?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Boy Who Cried Werewolf was composed by Ted Stovall.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Boy Who Cried Werewolf?
The Boy Who Cried Werewolf holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).