Teen Wolf
Supernatural drama following a high school werewolf
About Teen Wolf
Released: 2011
Platform: Hulu
Rating: TV14
Run time: The runtime of an episode in the TV series - Teen
Cast
Tyler Posey, Dylan O'Brien, Holland Roden, Shelley Hennig, Dylan Sprayberry
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.
About Teen Wolf
Teen Wolf centers on a high school student turned werewolf balancing his double life while encountering other supernatural mysteries.