An American Werewolf in London (1981) – Filming Locations
Comedy / Horror / Fantasy · Directed by John Landis · Starring David Naughton, Jenny Agutter
American tourists David and Jack are savagely attacked by an unidentified animal while hiking on the Yorkshire Moors. After retiring to the home of a beautiful nurse to recuperate, David soon begins experiencing disturbing changes to his body and mind.
Where was An American Werewolf in London filmed?
- London, United Kingdom, London – David and Jack navigate the neon-lit streets after arriving in London. The iconic central London landmark establishes the urban setting and contrasts with the horror to come
- London, United Kingdom, London – David wanders the streets in confusion after his transformation. A major London thoroughfare used for the werewolf's nocturnal rampage through the city
- London, United Kingdom, London – David encounters chaos and violence in the West End entertainment district. Central London's famous entertainment square serves as the setting for the werewolf's violent rampage
- Yorkshire, United Kingdom, Yorkshire – David and Jack are attacked by the werewolf on the moors at the film's opening. The isolated Yorkshire moorland provides the atmospheric setting for the initial werewolf attack that sets the entire plot in motion
- London, United Kingdom, London – David and Alex explore and interact in the London area near the museum. The British Museum's neighborhood in Bloomsbury provides a daytime location establishing David's time in London with Alex