Wikimedia Commons/The Howling 1981 Movie The Howling returns! A reimagining of the 1981 horror classic is on the way. Prepare for a fresh take on the iconic werewolf film. April 14, 2026 AceShowbiz - Fans of classic horror will soon have a reason to howl again. The iconic werewolf film The Howling is officially set for a comeback. The announcement came during the recent CinemaCon event, where Studiocanal executive Hugh Spearing unveiled plans for a new version of this landmark lycanthropic movie.