Cursed (2005)
Wes Craven and Kevin Williamson reunite for a werewolf horror-comedy set under the moonlit streets of Los Angeles.
Cursed - Movie Information
- Original Title: Cursed
- Release Year: 2005
- Directed by: Wes Craven
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Horror, Comedy
- Age Rating (US): PG-13
- Runtime: 1h 37m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- Release Date (Theatrical): February 25, 2005 (Canada - 14A), February 25, 2005 (United States - PG-13), April 22, 2005 (United Kingdom - 15), July 21, 2005 (Germany), June 29, 2005 (France - 12), June 2, 2005 (Australia), July 15, 2005 (Brazil), April 29, 2005 (Mexico), March 25, 2005 (Italy), April 22, 2005 (Spain)
- Alternative Titles: Prokleti (HR), Neetud (EE), La maldición (Cursed) (ES), Ukleta (RS), Prokleti (BA), Oi kataramenoi (GR), Az elátkozottak (HU), La marca de la bestia (MX)
- Production Companies: Kalis Productions GmbH & Co. Zweite KG, Craven-Maddalena Films, Outerbanks Entertainment, Dimension Films
- Production Countries: Germany, United States of America
Cursed - Plot
A werewolf loose in Los Angeles changes the lives of three young adults who, after being mauled by the beast, learn that the only way to break the curse put upon them is to kill the one who started it all.
Cursed - Trailer
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Beware the full moon
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Cursed - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Wes Craven
Main Cast
- Christina Ricci
- Joshua Jackson
- Jesse Eisenberg
- Judy Greer
- Scott Baio
- Milo Ventimiglia
- Kristina Anapau
- Portia De Rossi
- Shannon Elizabeth
- Mya
Writers
- Kevin Williamson
Producers
- Marianne Maddalena
- Kevin Williamson
Cursed - FAQs
What is Cursed about?
Cursed follows siblings Ellie and Jimmy, who are attacked by a werewolf on the streets of Los Angeles. As they begin transforming, they race to identify and kill the original beast before the curse takes hold permanently. It blends classic werewolf mythology with sharp horror-comedy energy.
Why was Cursed so troubled during production?
Cursed had one of Hollywood's most chaotic productions — it was reshot multiple times over several years, with cast members replaced and the script heavily revised. Dimension Films demanded changes, leading to a toned-down PG-13 cut that frustrated director Wes Craven and writer Kevin Williamson.
Who are the main actors in Cursed?
The film stars Christina Ricci as Ellie and Jesse Eisenberg as her younger brother Jimmy. Joshua Jackson plays Jake, with Judy Greer, Milo Ventimiglia, Portia De Rossi, Shannon Elizabeth, Scott Baio, Kristina Anapau, and Mya rounding out the cast.
Is there an unrated version of Cursed with more gore?
Yes — an unrated cut of Cursed was released on home video, restoring some of the bloodier content trimmed for the theatrical PG-13 rating. Fans of Wes Craven's harder-edged work generally consider the unrated version closer to the film he originally intended to make.
Where can you stream Cursed (2005)?
You can stream Cursed on fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, and Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel. It's also available to buy or rent on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
What is the age rating for Cursed?
Cursed carries a PG-13 rating in the United States, making it one of the milder entries in Wes Craven's filmography. It received a 14A rating in Canada, a 15 certificate in the UK, and a 12 classification in France, reflecting its horror-comedy tone with moderate scares.
Did Wes Craven and Kevin Williamson collaborate before Cursed?
Yes — Wes Craven and Kevin Williamson previously teamed up on the hugely successful Scream franchise, beginning in 1996. Cursed was their attempt to recapture that horror-comedy magic with a werewolf twist, though the troubled production prevented it from reaching the same heights.
What are some movies similar to Cursed?
If you enjoyed Cursed, you might like Day Shift, Werewolf by Night, The Wolf of Snow Hollow, and Renfield — all of which blend horror with humor or action. The Cursed (2021) offers a darker, more atmospheric take on werewolf mythology for fans wanting something grittier.
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