Teen Wolf (2011)

About Teen Wolf

Released in 2011, Teen Wolf is a supernatural drama series loosely based on the 1985 film of the same name. The storyline centers on Scott McCall, an ordinary high-school student in the fictional town of Beacon Hills who becomes a werewolf after being bitten by one. The series chronicles Scott's struggles with his new identity, challenges facing other supernatural beings, his relationships, and the mysteries of Beacon Hills.

Making / Production

Teen Wolf was produced by MTV and was created by Jeff Davis. The series was filmed in Atlanta, Georgia and throughout its six seasons, it maintained a strong narrative combining drama, romance, comedy, horror, and supernatural elements.

Actors

• Tyler Posey as Scott McCall: The show's protagonist who transitions from an ordinary student to a werewolf, struggling to maintain his normal life while keeping his status a secret.
• Dylan O'Brien as Stiles Stilinski: He delivers a stellar performance as Scott's best friend, whose quick wit and loyalty play a pivotal role in the series.
• Crystal Reed as Allison Argent: Portrayed as Scott's first love interest, Allison comes from a family of werewolf hunters providing an interesting dynamic to their relationship.
• Holland Roden as Lydia Martin: She excels as a popular girl who later discovers her supernatural abilities and deepens her involvement with Scott and his friends.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Tyler Posey was the first actor to be cast in the series.
• The series isn't shot at night but uses a filming technique called 'day for night' to imitate darkness.
• The series has expanded its universe with webisodes called 'Search for a Cure' and 'Teen Wolf Revelations'.

Awards

Teen Wolf bagged several awards during its run. Tyler Posey won the Teen Choice Awards for Choice Summer TV Star: Male in 2012. Dylan O'Brien also won several awards for his role, including the MTV Fandom Award for Best Hero in 2016.

Quotes

• "I'm not a hero. I'm a high-functioning sociopath." - Stiles Stilinsky
• "It's not about power. It's about us, you and me. Your friends, it's about people. It's about connection." - Scott McCall

Music, Soundtrack

• The eerie and thrilling main title theme was composed by Dino Meneghin.
• Throughout the series, the music ranged from popular hits to indie tracks, contributing to the drama and suspense of the show.