It should go without saying that one of our favorite werewolves in the history of moviemaking is Michael J. Fox from the original "Teen Wolf" (he gets the girl AND nails the winning game basket!), but there are a ton of other great films in which regular, unassuming guys suddenly morph into human-thirsty--yet rather charming--lycanthropes. In honor of the "2011 MTV Movie Awards" AND the premiere of MTV's "Teen Wolf" series (airing back-to-back on June 5!), we've put together a list of the most charismatic werewolves in cinematic history. And by charismatic we mean that we'd make out with them if prompted. Take a look below to see if you agree with our picks.
Scott Speedman in "Underworld"
Nevermind that this movie totally delivers on the action front. We were desperately missing Speedman's days on "Felicity" as its star's easy-on-the-eyes (yet relatively dense) boyfriend, and this marked a comeback of sorts. His anti-war sentiment in "Underworld" brought back memories of Ben Covington's love-hate relationship with his dad.
Jack Nicholson in "Wolf"
We know...he's old. But seriously, there's something thrilling about watching The Joker get cuffed by Catwoman so that he doesn't accidentally eat her in the middle of the night. Nicholson basically reprises his role as Jack Torrance in Stephen King's "The Shining"--but in "Wolf," he has a better sense of humor (fast-forward to the part where he marks his territory all over James Spader).
Michael J. Fox in "Teen Wolf"
As previously stated, Fox's part as the original star of the franchise will forever stand out--his automobile surfing skills, jaw-dropping basketball moves and sudden popularity make a convincing argument for daring to be different (and growing out one's 'do for a few decades). Honorable mention goes to Jason Bateman in "Teen Wolf Too."
Hugh Jackman in "X-Men Origins: Wolverine"
Don't discriminate--mutant werewolves count just as much a purebred! Especially when their transformation includes nails that can double as motorcycle brakes. For a guy who played a 19th century dude named Leopold in the cheesiest movie ever, we gotta commend Jackman for getting into serious badass character for this flick. Fun fact: He also starred in the vampire meets werewolf movie, "Van Helsing."
Michael Landon in "I Was A Teenage Werewolf"
The deceased actor isn't just a legend for his roles as Charles "Pa" Ingalls in "Little House On the Prairie" and Jonathan Smith in "Highway to Heaven"--in his early days onscreen, Landon played the role of a troubled teen who turned particularly angsty during a full moon. Poor guy even got experimented on by an evil doctor!
Taylor Lautner in "The Twilight Saga: New Moon"
Durrr, of course we wouldn't leave this guy out (million of screaming teen girls can't be wrong). As far as his acting abilities go, he's no Daniel Day Lewis, but he sure looks the part of a supernatural stud. Guess sometimes a six-pack and close posse of equally hot friends is all you need to make a Top [Whatever] List.