Silver Bullet

Play trailer

Silver Bullet

R

Released Oct 11, 1985

1h 35m

Horror

Play Trailer

Watchlist

Watchlist

Tomatometer

Popcornmeter

43%

Tomatometer

23 Reviews

56%

Popcornmeter

10,000+ Ratings

When a series of unexplained murders occurs in the normally quiet town of Tarker's Mill, the residents decide to hunt down the killer. However, many of these vigilantes end up dead, and those who don't are no closer to finding an assailant. But, when a young wheelchair-using boy named Marty (Corey Haim) encounters a werewolf one night, the pieces begin to come together. Along with his sister and Uncle Red (Gary Busey), Marty begins a mission to capture the werewolf once and for all.

Watch on Fandango at Home

Stream Now

Paul Attanasio

Washington Post

The spectacle of King churning them out, churning them out, churning them out is, unfortunately, so much more vivid than anything he writes.

Jan 2, 2018

Full Review

Roger Ebert

Chicago Sun-Times

There are all sorts of sly satiric touches in the film.

Rated: 3/4

Jan 1, 2000

Full Review

Jose Solís

Common Sense Media

A lovely piece of horror that's far from being perfect, but has a real beating heart.

May 27, 2025

Full Review

Rob Gonsalves

Rob's Movie Vault

This dreadful, borderline campy movie, about a werewolf on the prowl in a sedate town, is long on gore and short on logic.

Rated: C-

Aug 31, 2022

Full Review

Eve Tushnet

Patheos

Silver Bullet ignored some obvious chances to go deeper...

May 23, 2022

Full Review

Alberto Abuín

Espinof

The relationship that the boy has with his uncle, who is brought to life by a funny Gary Busey, is one of the best things in the film, underlining the difference between the adult and adolescent world. [Full Review in Spanish]

Apr 16, 2020

Full Review

Read all reviews

Zom L

Silver Bullet is probably one of the best Stephen King adaptations to hit the screen in the '80s-a gripping mix of horror, suspense, and small-town atmosphere. The story blends coming-of-age charm with bloody werewolf mayhem, and it works far better than it has any right to. Corey Haim shines as the wheelchair-bound Marty, whose courage and wit make him one of the most likable King protagonists brought to life. Gary Busey is a scene-stealer as Uncle Red, adding heart, humor, and a reckless edge that keeps the film lively. Director Daniel Attias delivers a brisk, engaging pace with just the right mix of gore and character-driven storytelling. The werewolf effects may not be flawless, but they carry a scrappy charm and pay off with some unforgettable sequences, including the very effective intense ending. What truly elevates Silver Bullet is its balance-scary enough to thrill, yet warm enough to make you care deeply about the characters. Not only is it one of the more underrated gems of '80s horror, but it also manages to be both terrifying and oddly uplifting. A near-classic creature feature that deserves its cult following.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

09/10/25

Full Review

CodyZamboni Z

Movie is compelling, sometimes very intense, An above average werewolf tale, with lots of humor, decent fx, and empathetic performances, I like that story unfolds over 6 months, Narrated by one of the characters. Solid, satisfying climax,

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

08/22/25

Full Review

captain s

Perfect for a rainy afternoon, surprisingly gory and the kids aren’t annoying. Laughed out loud at the policeman telling a colleague to f*** off on the phone. I’ve seen a lot worse, but this is perfectly acceptable.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

07/30/25

Full Review

Target C

Pretty good movie. Is it Stephen King’s best? No, but it’s pretty good. The story is nice and simple, the kills are cool, and the werewolf looks good for the time. The movie’s short runtime helps the pacing and doesn’t make the movie drag. I wasn’t expecting the twist of the priest being the werewolf so that was cool. Overall a pretty good, short and sweet horror movie.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

07/15/25

Full Review

Tim M

Not without heart, Silver Bullet nonetheless lacks conviction, particularly within its horror elements.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

07/04/25

Full Review

Nick O

Adapted from Stephen King’s Cycle Of The Werewolf, Silver Bullet will raise the hairs on the back of your neck…and everywhere else!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/28/25

Full Review

Read all reviews

Read More

Read Less

POST RATING

WRITE A REVIEW

EDIT REVIEW

Dan Attias

Director

Gary Busey

Uncle Red

Corey Haim

Marty Coslaw

Megan Follows

Jane Coslaw

Everett McGill

Reverend Lowe

Terry O'Quinn

Sheriff Joe Haller

Maximum Overdrive

14%

50%

Maximum Overdrive

Watchlist

A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy's Revenge

44%

33%

A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy's Revenge

Watchlist

Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter

25%

52%

Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter

Watchlist

A Nightmare on Elm Street

94%

84%

A Nightmare on Elm Street

Watchlist

TRAILER

for A Nightmare on Elm Street

Return to Horror High

0%

20%

Return to Horror High

Watchlist

Discover more movies and TV shows.

View More

View more photos

Synopsis

When a series of unexplained murders occurs in the normally quiet town of Tarker's Mill, the residents decide to hunt down the killer. However, many of these vigilantes end up dead, and those who don't are no closer to finding an assailant. But, when a young wheelchair-using boy named Marty (Corey Haim) encounters a werewolf one night, the pieces begin to come together. Along with his sister and Uncle Red (Gary Busey), Marty begins a mission to capture the werewolf once and for all.

Director: Dan Attias
Producer: Dino De Laurentiis, Martha De Laurentiis
Screenwriter: Stephen King
Distributor: Paramount Pictures
Production Co: Dino De Laurentiis Productions
Rating: R
Genre: Horror
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Oct 11, 1985, Original
Release Date (Streaming): Jun 6, 2014
Box Office (Gross USA): $10.8M
Runtime: 1h 35m

Most Popular at Home Now