When a shy teenager's new-found powers help him score at basketball - and with the popular girls - he has some pretty hairy decisions to make.
Scott Howard, a high school student, discovers he has inherited the family trait of being a werewolf. Initially, he struggles to control his newfound abilities, but soon learns to embrace them, using his powers to become the star of his school's basketball team and win the affection of his crush, Pamela Wells.
Teen Wolf was a commercial success, performing well at the box office. Critically, it received mixed reviews, with many praising Michael J. Fox's performance and the film's lighthearted tone, while others found the plot predictable and the special effects dated.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's nostalgic appeal and Michael J. Fox's likable portrayal of Scott Howard. Many enjoyed the humor and the underdog story, though some noted the effects are dated by today's standards.
The film's success led to a sequel, 'Teen Wolf Too' (1987), and later a television series.
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