The transformation scene was amazing. The music with her look of pure terror, sinking to the ground looking at what she believes to be her death, it was so damn good

Werewolf By Night, Manthing, Dracula, The Frankenstein Monster, Howard the Duck, The Son of Satan, Satana the Devil's Daughter, Warlock, Wood-God, and Morbius were at the core of that short-lived, obscure, and truly weird and wonderful corner of the early to mid-1970s Marvel Comics Universe that people around my age (57) remember with great affection.

This looks like how UNIVERSAL's monsterverse SHOULD HAVE BEEN. Really excited to watch this, happy to see Michael G. behind the camera.

I'm glad that Marvel is experimenting more with violent and scary stuff. Great for the horror fans and will draw more people in for sure

I was already looking forward to this, being both a horror & Marvel fan, but hearing Chris praise it always makes me the most exited. If a movie-obsessed filmmaker’s only critique is that they wish it were even longer, it’s gotta be something really special!

I think it's impressive that this TV special was directed by Michael Giacchino, the composer of many Marvel movies (he also composed this special). From being a composer to a film director, I would love to see him handled a much bigger Marvel property in the future

As a comic book guy and owner of the full run of WBN. I’ve been waiting since 1972 for this. So glad that it’s been full of praise. 🎉

Gael’s smile lit up the movie better than anything. He was such a warm presence in a cold film with cold characters.

What really shocked me when it comes to the Werewolf by Night is that it’s not just another superhero movie

Love this review & it's really amazing to see that Marvel has finally put their toes in a completely different tone & style. I have a feeling Marvel might make Giacchino the Blade director if the response to WBN is positive.

As a person who actually had a subscription to the Man-Thing comic, I’m very excited for this!

This is really cool, the wolf man/werewolf is my favorite classic/universal monster, and for it to be the first Halloween special for marvel really makes it cool

Watched it. LOVED it. As Chris said, wish it was longer (Yet at the same time felt the perfect length). The MCU needs more projects like this!

I went into this with lower expectations. I expected it to be entertaining and a "luckily I didn't waste an hour of my day to watch this" sort of show, but I didn't expect it to be as good as it was. I absolutely loved it. I love the original monster movies. 'The Mummy', 'Bride of Frankenstein', 'Creature From the Black Lagoon', etc etc etc. This felt like a newer version of one of those. It had an old time feel to it with some great looking distortion. It was both clean and dirty at the same time. And the shot of the shadows of Jack transforming was done really, really well. But I still think my favorite is when Jack transforms and grabs Verussa Bloodstone's arm through the cage and all you see is the close-ups of her wide open frightened eyes. That sort of camera work is what helped make this feel like one of the classics. I thoroughly enjoyed this show and hope they follow through. It's funny how Universal could mess up 'The Mummy' so badly while trying to make their monster-verse, but the MCU does some random show for fun and it feels much deeper and well made.

I was so excited to see this when it was announced since I love Halloween and marvel. Although my expectations for the special was just standard superhero action with some autumn touches Then the trailer came out and my expectations went way up, I got so excited, and these reviews are just making me so so excited

That’s the best feeling to watch a movie or a special and wishing It was longer 🔥🔥

I'm just happy Diego Luna and Gael Garcia Bernal are getting some Disney money. I love everything they do.

I honestly wasn't excited for this until I watched the trailer two days ago. I wasn't going to see it since I heard it was a comedy movie, glad to know that it isn't! I'm much of a Gael García fan but it's nice to see him getting more roles recently, I'm very excited to watch it now and also, had no idea Michael Giacchino was interested in directing a film. I love his scores especially from The Batman.

I would love to see Chris collab with James and Chelsea from Dead meat for a video/podcast at some point!

This is actually Michael Giacchino’s 3rd directorial credit. He’s previously directed a very well received Star Trek short! Loved the review Chris! ❤️

Its nice to see Marvel experimenting a bit and going outside their self imposed box. I thought WandaVision was a nice deviation in style for them as well. But this is definitely not the norm for them and that's a great thing. Even better that it is a good little film. I honestly wouldn't mind them taking a stab and a whole series like this. Something in the vain of old, classic horror films but with a modern budget. I think they could do something really cool with that if Disney let them off the chain. I think the creativity is there in Marvel, they just have to be allowed to use it.

That’s *super* cool that Giacchino got to not only score but also direct this!

I am so satisfied to hear that this is actually different from the other MCU films and series especially given how underwhelming Phase 4 has been so far. I can definitely see this as a perfect introduction to the wonders of the Universal Monsters films and I'm definitely looking forward to see what Giacchino's next directorial outings may be! Now I can only imagine what would happen if Marvel did a crime thriller in the style of Scorsese...that would be hilariously cool 😂

I love the old black and white monster movies, so I'm really looking forward to this. Glad to hear it's really good.

Totally loved "Werewolf By Night"!! Marvel needs to show Jack & Ted on their next adventure!!!

Thank you Chris. I'm a big fan of your reviews and came across this one today. It instantly made me want to watch the film and I'm glad I did. Without you, it probably would have flown under my radar, and I would have missed out on the experience. Werewolf by Night was magnificent and I loved everything about it; the thoughtful use of color, the action sequences, the inside jokes, and of course the nods to the monster movies of old. You can tell that everyone who worked on this project really cared about what they were making. And I'm glad to see that Hollywood is starting to give creators a bit more freedom with their properties. I have struggled a lot with my physical and mental health over the last year because of a vehicle accident I was in. Movies like these transport me to another place and bring a smile to my face in spite of that struggle.

Man do I love this special every year

Giacchino has been one of my favourite composers. Especially since he composed for my favourite Pixar film, The Incredibles. Love it ♥️♥️

I love Gael Garcia Bernal! He's a fantastic actor.

The guy who composed Married Life directed this?!? Best news I’ve heard all day. I’m even more excited to see this!!

The trailer quickly grabbed my attention so great to hear it's worth the attention in many ways :)

Now I really can't wait for this! I feel like Marvel is experimenting a little and trying to move away from the Marvel "formula" (if there is such a thing) on Disney+. Wandavision, Werewolf by Night, She-Hulk, for better or worse are forging their own style and tone outside of the usual expected superhero media, and it's good for the genre.

Looking forward to this special though, I've been dreaming of the MCU becoming a universe that genre movies exist in rather than trying to be its own genre. Really wish New Mutants hadn't been so mismanaged because that would have been a brilliant show case of how a story can exist in an established world while feeling completely different. Also god I love listening to Americans chime in on Disney+ getting more adult content, its hilarious.

Just finished it. I would've loved a feature length release of this as well. I didn't grow up with the Universal monster movies but I know the style from films like The Haunting, Thirteen Ghosts, and the like and this nails it. Very fun watch.

So happy for Gael and Diego, I’ll definitely be tuning in!

I really like this movie. I used to read the comics as a kid, but I had forgotten so much of it. I am glad they went with the classic wolfman even though I like my werewolves to look like the ones in Dog Soldiers.

Chris! I just found out Keith David is in the cast list for Shelby Oaks. That's truly amazing man!

I really can’t wait for this special later this week and I think this probably going to surprise a whole lot of people , and I like how Marvel is going more in their comfort zones with this level of horror , sadly it looks like that Mahershala Ali Blade movie isn’t coming out anytime soon anyway

I think by making it shorter they were able to do more. There was no fluff, filler, boring scenes. It flowed well. The scene did seem more gory because we didn't see much. I think one hour specials could be the key to some future projects.

I hope Michael Giacchino makes a full black and white theatrical film based on characters like Legion of Monsters or the Midnight Sons

I'm so glad to hear that the biggest complaint about a Halloween (my favourite holiday) project directed by my favourite composer is that it should be longer

I'm so happy this sounds promising. I was excited at first but then I was getting worried with the thought of how Marvel has been in the past. However, with this review, my faith in the project has been completely restored!

One of the biggest signals that this could be great is that so far everyone's biggest criticism is "I wanted more". My biggest fear when the trailer released was that the trailer looked like 1930's horror and that this would be a standard shot in digital marvel look

I really like the 1930's classic monster look of the movie, let's hope they make more episodes every halloween

Cant wait to see it, Giacchino has really impressed me lately with his scores especially for The Batman so I’m really excited to see the other directions his creativity extends

I was very excited to hear what you thought of this. Looking forward to watching it, thanks for the cool review.

Super excited to watch this! Now that Chris seems to like it the anticipation is only growing!

Chris, you are spoiling us with daily uploads, but thank you so so much!

Marvel Studios doing what Universal Pictures couldn't. Monster universe. Happy to hear its one of my favorite composers, Michael Giacchino, directing.

I can't wait to see it. They should expand the movie into a series. 😁

Just finished watching the film and came to see your review, since you´re always very objetive with MCU proyects. As you, I consider this a great approach from Disney and Marvel with classic movies horror and would have loved to have more runtime, but I hope they do more of this kinds of proyects moving forward

Hey Chris, thanks again for another great review, and another film I was glad you talked about and recommended. Several times I've watched something based on your reviews, and enjoyed. This was another example, and I probably would not have watched this, as I've not enjoyed the direction Marvel is going in for a while now. This one though, really good!

I've been a mini horror fan for all my life, not a big fan (superheroes dominated my childhood), but a fan none the less, so I'm definitely hyped for this special. Marvel delving into supernatural horror is very exciting.

I first saw this trailer back at D23 Expo 2022 and it was awesome seeing Michael Giacchino talking about this special.

So much content coming from you. I love it. Can't wait to see your movie, man.

This is something really unique and violent for Marvel. I am glad that you enjoyed this a lot. Looking forward even more to this.

I’m so glad you enjoyed it too! We need more of these. And the fact that it was his first time directing

i'm so glad to hear this was good, the announcement of it was a bit of a surprise for me and i was hoping it would be a lot of fun. I had no clue Michael Giacchino was directing it though!

Giachino is my favorite composer. I didnt know he was directing this although it makes since given his abundance of work with disney. Im excited to see this

This is maybe of the top 5 creator contents I look forward every year! lol 10th edition is looking great so far Chris!

The goat of movie reviews imo. Keep up the good work man!

Heard some really good things about this, I'm glad you enjoyed it too

I definitely thought it was a description typo when I read that it was directed by Michael Giacchino. What a surprise.

You like the director/composer thing: you should check out "Ink" or "The Frame" by Jamin Winans. One of the most underrated directors/writers/composers of all time in my eyes.

Hope MCU does more unique projects like this and hope this leads to The Midnight Sons.

I had the exact same thoughts as you do, really wished it was longer. Also, that slaughter scene was so COOL.

I'll definitively be watching this! Also, how is Shelby oaks going? 😁 Special effects and editing being done?

Looking forward to this almost as much as Stuckman’s forthcoming Hallmark Christmas movie review!

just watched it, it sucks that it was short but at the same time it leaves you wanting more which is a great sign to a great movie

I LOVE the Blockbuster Video background. I have a lot of great memories working there.

Honestly i was hyped for this special the moment i got a glimpse of Man-Thing. That guy is super underrated.

Oh shit, the Stuckmann stamp of approval on a Marvel/Disney+ horror special?! Gotta check this out day one then 😁 ~_~

Chris, like Lady Ga GA... that GA. GA-el Garcia Bernal... ;) Thanks for the review, as usual I appreciate your take on films and shows

I had no idea what it was and was pleasantly surprised on all fronts. Captured the vibe perfectly but with high production values. Ted was also very awesome.

Another amazing video Chris, nice beard by the by 😉 ❤

I was looking forward to this and having Chris giving it a thumbs up carries a lot more weight as I feel he's more honest than many when it comes to Marvel content.

Ted is actually the Man Thing's name in the Comics

Just finished watching this and I loved it!!!!! immediately I loved jacks character and Elsa!!! The chemistry was so good!!! man this was awesome

Loving all the content mannnn

This was the best thing I watched from MCU after Endgame. The homage to the old horror movies, the score, the screenplay. I too felt it should have been longer.

Been watching werewolf the fox series from 87. Great show. I found a bit of a gem on I think Amazon but it could be Netflix, called "howl", I think. A group of passengers on a train get stranded in a rural wooded area in between stops and are attacked by werewolves. I was pleasantly surprised. It was a British production and very well done

This definitely is the perfect Halloween black & white horror movie & seems as though its pretty unique & looks pretty good so, Even though it's Marvels first ever Horror movie & I'm a big Marvel fan myself & I love Horror films as well too 🐺👻😈🕷🕸🕷

I want more of this. Doesn’t have to be the same genre. But more out of the wall stuff.

I think this is a good idea introduce all the howling commandos this way where it’s not long it’s to the point introduces the character. That way at the end of blade and they all show up you have an idea of who they are all for blade 2.

God I loved this special. I wish it was in theaters, I wish it was a full length feature. That close up shot of Verusa on a big screen! I mean come on.

Love your reviews. I really enjoy how you don’t go into troll, movie bashing territory. If you have criticisms you don’t dwell on it and say it’s ruined your life. It’s refreshing.

Looking forward to your movie!

I was going to watch it regardless but I just was not particularly excited at all but that could be because of how little I actually knew about it and I just don't feel like the targeted audience for alot of the newer Marvel content which is ok. Hearing your thoughts really got me looking forward to watching this as part of a little date night, though.

Michael Giacchino said it wasn't easy to direct and compose. He was VERY unsure which music to use. He said he went to the editor a lot for his opinion, but that actually made it easier to get the right piece in on the fly.

Werewolf by Night was just an amazing film!! I just watched it and had to come watch your review! I’m just floored!

Personally, I'm very excited for this one. The trailer looked so different

Same here, I honestly wished this TV special was a lot longer than just 55 minutes, but for what we got I was heavily satisfied. I hope we can get to see more stuff like this from Marvel soon.

i would love a series of just jack and manthing hanging out being best buds.

Interesting thing about those classic Universal monster films is that most of them are right around 60 minutes long.

Speaking of period pieces (in a sense), I'd love to see the FF set in the Cold War '60s (maybe as a series).

I'm sorry.... I know nothing of this character. His name is Jack Russell? Like the dog? And he's a werewolf? I love Marvel's naming systems.

Just a heads up Chris, Gael is pronounced "Guy-El" lol

Thank you for the ONLY intellectual review for this movie on KZfaq.

I think marvel made this to test the waters in regards to going in a more dark and horror type direction with future projects. Glad to hear it holds up! Maybe blade will have a similar vibe.

I'm very excited for this because it's part of the Marvel universe that I was truly in love with. I've always gravitated towards monsters and such which image and dark horse really upped the ante. I think Marvel is putting its better foot forward in experimenting with stuff like this, especially since Deadpool 3 will be also rated r. I'm not forgiving them for phase four but definitely interested in what they can do with this. Since blade and other things will come about in a similar fashion