‘Wolf Man’ Exclusive Featurette: Leigh Whannell Discusses How They Crafted The Look Of The Creature
Leigh Whannell’s new take on the iconic Universal monsters, Wolf Man, is out now to own or rent on Digital on February 4, 2025! To celebrate, we have an exclusive look at a special featurette all about crafting the new Wolf Man and why they chose a more diseased look for this rendition.
If you’re unfamiliar, read the synopsis for the new Wolf Man below:
Seeking a fresh start, Blake moves his wife Charlotte and daughter Ginger to his childhood home in rural Oregon. Upon arrival, they encounter a brutal animal attack, forcing the family to barricade themselves inside the house as an unseen creature prowls the perimeter. As the night wears on, Blake’s injuries worsen, and his bizarre behavior turns monstrous. To protect her daughter, Charlotte must decide whether to confront the danger outside or the growing horror within.
Now, watch our exclusive clip:
The home video release of Wolf Man contains over 30 minutes of behind-the-scenes content, including a peek at the terrifying Wolf Man transformation, breakdowns of the gnarly action and scare scenes throughout the film, and much more.
Christopher Abbott (Poor Things) stars in the film alongside Julia Garner (Ozark), Sam Jaeger (The Handmaid’s Tale), Matilda Firth (Hullraisers), Ben Prendergast (The Sojourn Audio Drama), and Benedict Hardie (The Invisible Man).
BONUS FEATURES on DIGITAL, 4K UHD, BLU-RAYTM AND DVD:
- UNLEASHING A NEW MONSTER – Explore Leigh Whannell’s dark and gritty take on one of horror’s most iconic monsters. Learn what inspired the visionary director to create this tragic tale of family, loss, and a night of absolute terror.
- DESIGNING WOLF MAN – Director Leigh Whannell and prosthetic designer Arjen Tuiten, set out to create a Wolf Man unlike any seen before. Take a closer look at the conceptual designs, sculptures, and prosthetic make-up that aided in the creation of a monster that stays with you long after the credits roll.
- HANDS ON HORROR – Strap in for a breakdown of the film’s most thrilling action sequences. Cast and crew discuss how practical effects enabled them to capture raw and realistic performances of the most terrifying, heart-pounding scenes in the film.
- NIGHTMARES AND SOUNDSCAPES – Transition into Blake’s perspective and witness the world through the eyes of an animal. Learn how sound design and VFX came together to highlight the enhanced hearing, vision, and complete abandonment of humanity that materialized during the transformation from Man to Wolf.
- FEATURE COMMENTARY WITH DIRECTOR/CO-WRITER LEIGH WHANNELL
Wolf Man is out now on digital and comes to 4K UHD, Blu-ray, and DVD on March 18, 2025, from Blumhouse and Universal Pictures Home Entertainment.
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