Silver Bullet
Dan Attias
(1985)
The small city of Tarker's Mills is startled by a series of sadistic murders. The population fears the work of a maniac, but sightings of a mysterious, hairy creature soon spread. People lock themselves up at night, but there's one boy who's still outside…
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Crew
Overview and Horror Legacy
Over time, it has developed a cult following among fans of Stephen King adaptations. The film is based on Stephen King’s novella Cycle of the Werewolf, and King also wrote the screenplay.
Collector Market and Memorabilia
The transformation sequences are the collector centerpiece — practical makeup work anchoring the film's horror. Materials documenting the effects process are prized alongside theatrical and home video releases.
Cult Status
Directed by Daniel Attias, Silver Bullet was produced with a moderate budget and relied on practical effects to depict the werewolf. The film received mixed reviews from critics but performed reasonably well at the box office. Over time, it has developed a cult following among fans of Stephen King adaptations.
