The Boy Who Cried Werewolf (2010 film)

The Boy Who Cried Werewolf is a 2010 Nickelodeon television film directed by Eric Bross. The film stars Victoria Justice, Chase Ellison, Brooke Shields, and Matt Winston. It premiered on October 23, 2010, on Nickelodeon.

The film centers on Jordan Sands (played by Victoria Justice), a shy and awkward teenager who undergoes a dramatic transformation after an accident during a trip to Romania. While visiting her eccentric relative, Aunt Agatha (played by Brooke Shields), in a castle, Jordan is bitten by a wolf-like creature. She subsequently discovers that she is turning into a werewolf herself, exhibiting heightened senses, increased strength, and other lupine characteristics.

The story follows Jordan's attempts to conceal her lycanthropic transformation from her younger brother, Hunter (played by Chase Ellison), and her growing struggles to control her new abilities. Hunter, initially skeptical, eventually becomes convinced of his sister's condition and dedicates himself to finding a cure.

The film incorporates elements of comedy and horror, targeting a primarily younger audience. A significant subplot involves a sinister museum curator, Gustav (played by Matt Winston), who is aware of Jordan's condition and attempts to capture her for his own purposes.

The Boy Who Cried Werewolf received mixed reviews upon its release. While praised for its family-friendly tone and performances, particularly those of Justice and Shields, it was also criticized for its predictable plot and reliance on genre tropes. Despite the mixed reception, the film proved to be a popular offering for Nickelodeon during its Halloween season programming.