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Another WolfCop
Fantasia Festival poster[1]
Directed byLowell Dean
Written byLowell Dean
Produced by
  • Bernie Hernando
  • Deborah Marks
  • Hugh Patterson
Starring
CinematographyAdam Swica
Edited byKen Simpson
Music byShooting Guns
Production
companies
  • The Coup Company
  • Vortex Worlds Pictures
Distributed byRLJE Films
Release dates
Running time
82 minutes
CountryCanada
LanguageEnglish
Box office$7,285[2]

Another WolfCop is a 2017 Canadian superhero horror comedy film written and directed by Lowell Dean and is the sequel to the 2014 film WolfCop. It was released in theatres December 1, 2017.[3] The poster was modeled on the 1986 Sylvester Stallone film Cobra.[1][4]

Plot

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A few months after the events of the first film, alcoholic werewolf cop Lou Garou, aka "WolfCop", continues to fight crime in the small town of Woodhaven. Garou's partner, Tina Walsh, has become the new police chief—however, Garou's tendencies to violently dispatch criminals in his wolf form has left her frustrated, especially since she is trying to keep Garou's WolfCop identity a secret from the rest of the town. Meanwhile, Sydney Swallows, an immensely wealthy businessman and author of self-help books, has helped reinvigorate Woodhaven's economy by re-opening the old brewery under the new name "Darkstar", under which he creates a trendy, newly-developed "Chicken Milk" flavoured beer.

After slaughtering a gang of criminals attempting to transport a large crate to an unknown location, Garou learns that there may be more reptilian "shifters" in town when he notices that the tag on the crate features the shifter's symbol. The next morning, Garou opens the crate, and is shocked to find that it has Willie Higgins, his supposedly deceased friend, inside. Willie explains that he has been alive the whole time, and had actually been abducted by shapeshifters, one of whom assumed his identity.

At night, Garou transforms into WolfCop, and a strange, talking parasite resembling Willie emerges from Willie's stomach. Elsewhere, a group of scientists working for Swallows have secretly been constructing a cyborg named Frank, which later murders several people at a strip club. New recruit officers Daisy and Scott head over to investigate, and Scott is killed by Frank. Daisy calls for backup, and Garou and Tina arrive at the strip club. They manage to destroy Frank, but Garou is seriously wounded in the process.

Willie drives Garou to the neighbouring town of Regina and meets with his sister Kat, an occult specialist whom heals Garou's wounds using a moon rock. Later that night, Garou and Kat head into the latter's bedroom, and Kat reveals herself to be a werecat before the two have sex. Meanwhile, Willie watches a television commercial featuring Swallows. When the parasite sees Swallows in the commercial, however, it bursts out of Willie's body and turns into a small, hostile shifter, whom Kat shoots and kills after it attacks Garou.

Back in Woodhaven, Tina realises that Swallows might be hiding menacing secrets when she notices that the logo of his business contains the shifter's symbol. She heads to the brewery with Daisy to investigate, where they eavesdrop on a meeting occurring between Swallows and his assistants, in which Swallows mentions a "final solution". Later, Tina and Daisy overhear when Sydney has the town mayor Bubba Rich drink a can of Chicken Milk, before using a glowing metal instrument that emits high sound frequencies to make another mini-shifter burst out of Rich's chest and kill him. Tina and Daisy try to escape, but Daisy is caught and abducted, and Garou is forced to leave her behind.

After getting a call from Tina, Garou and Willie return to Woodhaven, which is preparing to host a major hockey game at a newly-constructed arena. Using Kat's moon rock, Garou is able to transform into WolfCop despite the lack of a full moon. WolfCop, Willie and Tina infiltrate the arena by disguising themselves as a goalie, referee and security guard respectfully. During the opening ceremony, Swallows introduces the "Darkstars", the town's new hockey team, and gets the crowd to drink Chicken Milk as a "toast" before having one of his assistants (acting as the organist) activate the glowing instrument. The mini-shifters kill several spectators before Willie kills the organist and bangs on the microphone. The resulting mic feedback causes the mini-shifters to stop their attack. As the remaining audience members flee the building, Swallows reveals he is holding Daisy hostage and orders the Darkstars to attack Garou. Garou is able to kill each of the Darkstars and Swallows's other henchman with the assistance of the werecat Kat. Simultaneously, Tina manages to get Daisy away from Swallows. However, Swallows reveals he has rigged the place with explosions and escapes before the officers can shoot him. The remaining survivors manage to escape the building right before it blows up, and decide to head to the bar the next morning as the movie ends on a cliffhanger.

Cast

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Production

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Filmed in Lumsden, Saskatchewan and Sudbury, Ontario in the early months of 2016.[8]

Reception

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On the review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes, 65% of 17 critics' reviews are positive, with an average rating of 5.4/10.[9]

Noel Murray of the Los Angeles Times called it "a one-stop shop for just that kind of good-natured vulgarity" and "even grosser and wackier than its predecessor." Murray warns that the film isn't for everyone, but that if you are interested in the premise of a WolfCop, "you probably won't be disappointed".[10] Trace Thurman of BloodyDisgusting.com wrote, "Another WolfCop isn't high art. It's just a fun, gory and hilarious midnight movie that will scratch your itch for camp. If you enjoyed the first WolfCop, you'll most certainly love the sequel!"[11] The film premiered a "Ruff Cut" at Fantastic Fest (Austin, Texas) in 2016 to positive reviews. The Canadian premiere was at the Fantasia International Film Festival (Montreal, Quebec) where it won the Audience Choice Award (Gold) for best Canadian / Quebec feature film.

John Semley of the Globe and Mail gave it 1.5 out of 4 and wrote: "It may well be brain dead, dumb and intermittently a bit fun. But sometimes we need a bit more."[12] Simon Abrams of RogerEbert.com gave it 1.5 out of 4 and wrote: "The kind of bad movie that sounds amazing on paper, but is excruciating to watch, even at a brisk 82 minutes."[13]

Home media

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The film earned an estimated $122,713 in DVD and Blu-ray sales.[14]

Sequel

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The final credits promise that "WolfCop will return". Lowell Dean expressed his hopes to continue the character in some way and hoped to make a third or even fourth film.[15]

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Another WolfCop is a Canadian horror written and directed by Lowell Dean, serving as a direct sequel to the 2014 cult hit WolfCop. The movie follows alcoholic Lou Garou, who transforms into a known as , as he confronts a sinister plot involving an eccentric businessman and shapeshifters infiltrating his small town of Woodhaven. Blending over-the-top gore, humor, and low-budget practical effects, the film stars Leo Fafard in the lead role and features a cameo by filmmaker as the new . Set one year after the events of the original, the story centers on Lou Garou's ongoing struggle with his while maintaining his duties as a . A wealthy outsider named Sydney Swallows arrives in Woodhaven, establishing a and a hockey team to gain influence over the residents, but his true agenda involves shapeshifters aiming to corrupt the town. Lou teams up with his partner , now promoted to police chief, and other allies to thwart the invasion, leading to chaotic battles filled with explicit violence and comedic set pieces, including transformations during full moons and confrontations at a hockey rink. The film's runtime is a brisk 82 minutes, emphasizing fast-paced action over deep narrative. Produced on a modest budget by Canadian companies including The Coup Company and Vortex Words Pictures, Another WolfCop expands the franchise's universe with new characters and escalating threats while retaining the original's irreverent tone inspired by exploitation cinema. Key cast members include Amy Matysio as Tina, Jonathan Cherry as Willie Higgins, and as Sydney Swallows, alongside guest appearances that nod to genre fandom. Released theatrically in limited markets and on video-on-demand, it received mixed reviews for its enthusiastic absurdity but was praised by horror enthusiasts for its unapologetic splatter effects and self-aware humor, earning a 65% approval rating on from critics.

Narrative and Characters

Plot

In Another WolfCop, the story resumes one year after the events of the original , where Lou Garou, a hard-drinking afflicted with a , has left Woodhaven to manage his transformations and addiction. Returning to the small town upon a urgent call from his colleague Tina Walsh, now the acting , Lou finds Woodhaven abuzz with preparations for a major hockey tournament at a new arena, but underlying tensions hint at emerging threats. Lou's struggles persist, marked by blackouts from heavy drinking and involuntary into his form during full moons, complicating his efforts to reintegrate into police work alongside his loyal but eccentric partner, Willie Higgins. The central antagonist emerges as Sydney Swallows, a charismatic yet sinister local businessman and politician who unveils a new microbrewery producing "Chicken Milk Beer," a bizarre that quickly gains popularity among residents. Unbeknownst to the townsfolk, the serves as a vector for Swallows' scheme: it addicts consumers while secretly impregnating them with parasitic reptilian entities that burst forth, transforming victims into grotesque shapeshifters loyal to Swallows' cult-like organization of lizard-like aliens. Swallows, aiming to seize control of Woodhaven's and resources—including the and local —exploits small-town , colluding with figures like the to embed his influence. This ties into broader themes of , mirroring Lou's as a personal battle against dependency, and satirizes absurd horror tropes through the brewery's outlandish role in societal takeover. Lou, Tina, and Willie form an unlikely investigative team, joined by Willie's sister Kat, who harbors her own supernatural secrets as a were-cat, and a pair of bumbling rookie deputies. Their probe uncovers the beer's deadly effects after witnessing horrific transformations and attacks on locals, leading to high-stakes chases through Woodhaven's streets and intense confrontations at the brewery. Key action sequences highlight Lou's werewolf rampages, including gore-soaked brawls against hordes of shapeshifting minions that erupt in visceral, practical-effects-driven carnage, and a brutal showdown with Swallows' cyborg enforcer, a relentless Terminator-esque figure enhanced with mechanical augmentations. Revelations deepen the conflict, exposing Swallows' alien origins and his plan to overrun the town during the hockey event, blending political intrigue with over-the-top monster mayhem. As the rises amid the chaos of the arena showdown, Lou fully embraces his beastly side in a climactic battle, tearing through ' forces in a frenzy of claws, fangs, and explosions. However, Swallows rigs the with detonators and flees, leaving the heroes to escape a massive blast that levels the facility. The film ends on a , with Lou surviving the inferno but hinting at his ongoing and potential return, underscoring themes of resilient underdogs combating insidious corruption in a comically exaggerated horror landscape. A mid-credits scene teases further threats from Swallows' network.

Cast

The principal cast of Another WolfCop is anchored by returning performers from the 2014 film WolfCop, supplemented by new actors to populate the sequel's expanded ensemble of characters. Leo Fafard reprises his lead role as Sergeant Lou Garou, the alcoholic cop known as the . A Regina-based with an extensive career in cinema, Fafard handles both the human and transformed aspects of the character. Amy Matysio returns as Chief Sheriff Tina Walsh, Lou's professional partner and romantic interest. An award-winning actress with over 100 credits to her name, Matysio brings continuity to the law enforcement dynamic. Jonathan Cherry reprises the role of Willie Higgins, serving as comic relief and sidekick to Lou. The Montreal-born actor, recognized for his work in Final Destination 2, contributes to the film's buddy-cop elements. Yannick Bisson joins as Sydney Swallows, the antagonistic businessman and villainous brewery owner. Known for his starring role in Murdoch Mysteries and holding multiple awards with over 60 credits, Bisson adds a layer of authoritative menace. Devery Jacobs portrays Daisy, a young resident impacted by events at the local brewery. This role marks Jacobs's contribution to the film's younger perspectives within the community. Serena Miller plays Kat Higgins, Willie's relative drawn into the central investigations. A graduate of Ryerson University with experience in stage and screen work, Miller expands the familial ties in the supporting cast. Filmmaker makes an uncredited cameo as Mayor Bubba, a satirical political figure. The appearance originated during Smith's location scouting in for another project. The ensemble is rounded out by new additions for the sequel's shapeshifter elements, including Kris Blackwell as Number Two and Jason Asuncion as a member of The Pack, alongside minor roles such as Jessica Hinkson as Dr. Ilsa Brundel, which heighten the chaotic group dynamics among townsfolk and threats.

Production

Development

Following the cult success of the 2014 film , director and writer Lowell Dean returned to helm the sequel Another WolfCop, expanding the cop premise by introducing elements such as a brewery-led conspiracy involving the dubious "Chicken Milk Beer" and antagonistic shapeshifters to heighten the horror-comedy stakes. The project was announced in early 2015, with Dean having completed an initial script shortly after the first film's release, though revisions continued into amid financing efforts that built on the original's appeal. Scripting emphasized escalating the absurdity and humor while incorporating subtle on corporate greed through the brewery , which lures the small-town residents into unwitting . Produced by The Coup Company, Vortex Words Pictures, and BUCK Productions, the film secured financing from Canadian sources, maintaining a low- approach typical of the horror-comedy genre with an estimated of approximately $2 million CAD—roughly double the original's—to support expanded practical effects. Creative decisions drew inspiration from action films, notably modeling the poster after Stallone's (1986) to evoke retro pulp aesthetics, while amping up gore, humor, and over-the-top elements like the shapeshifter threats without abandoning the intimate small-town Woodhaven setting. Development faced challenges in balancing expectations for bigger spectacle against constraints, leading to a preference for practical effects—supervised by Emersen Ziffle and featuring minimal CGI (only 2-3 shots)—over digital transformations to preserve the film's gritty, tangible feel. Dean noted the process as "almost as much of a journey as production itself," with delays pushing back nearly two years from initial plans.

Filming

Principal photography for Another WolfCop took place over a 17-day schedule in early 2016, wrapping on March 2 in . Exteriors depicting the fictional town of Woodhaven were filmed in the small community of Lumsden, , where the production shut down for key chase sequences. Brewery interiors and several action scenes were shot in Sudbury, , utilizing local facilities to capture the industrial aesthetic of the antagonist's operations. Cinematographer Adam Swica employed a gritty, low-light style to enhance the film's horror-comedy tone, emphasizing practical setups over digital enhancements. The practical effects team, led by supervisor Emersen Ziffle, handled transformations, shapeshifter prosthetics, and gore elements, including explosive sequences achieved through miniatures and on-set pyro coordinated by Casey Markus. Stunt coordinator Sean Skene oversaw the physical action, incorporating real-time driving and fight to maintain the low-budget production's raw energy. Director Lowell Dean took a hands-on approach during transformation scenes, collaborating closely with lead Leo Fafard and the makeup team to refine the prosthetics application process, which was streamlined to about one hour per session by the production's end. The tight schedule demanded long shooting days of up to 15 hours, limiting retakes and requiring precise coordination for complex setups like the one-night car chase. Local residents from Lumsden and Sudbury served as extras in crowd scenes at the brewery, adding authenticity to the communal invasion sequences. With an estimated budget of CA$2 million, the film prioritized practical stunts and in-camera effects, avoiding reliance on major houses to keep costs down and preserve its grindhouse-inspired aesthetic. In immediately following the wrap, editor Ken Simpson assembled the footage into an 82-minute runtime, while sound designers focused on layering audio cues to heighten the comedic timing in fight sequences and transformations.

Release and Commercial Performance

Theatrical Release

Another WolfCop had its world premiere at the in on July 29, 2017, where it was presented as the Canadian debut following an earlier rough cut screening at in 2016. The film's initial rollout targeted genre enthusiasts through limited theatrical engagements and video-on-demand platforms. The movie received a in on December 1, 2017, distributed by Vortex Words + Pictures in partnership with A71 Entertainment and Black Fawn Distribution, playing in select Cineplex theaters. In the United States, Parade Deck Films handled the limited rollout on the same date, December 1, 2017, focusing on independent cinemas catering to horror-comedy audiences. Internationally, it screened at the Grimm Up North Festival in the on February 24, 2018, marking its debut there. Marketing efforts emphasized the film's over-the-top humor and gore, with a theatrical poster designed as a homage to the 1986 action film , featuring chaotic imagery of the protagonist amid exploding beer cans and donuts. Trailers highlighted practical effects-driven violence blended with comedic elements, such as the protagonist's brewery-related antics. Promotional campaigns on official channels spotlighted the cameo by filmmaker as the town's mayor, alongside the central plot gimmick of an evil brewery seducing the community. The film carries an MPAA rating of for strong bloody violence, language throughout, some sexual content, and nudity, with a runtime of 82 minutes.

Box Office and Home Media

Another WolfCop achieved modest theatrical earnings, grossing $7,285 worldwide during its limited release in the United States and . The film's opening weekend brought in $5,890 across six theaters, reflecting its niche positioning within the horror-comedy genre. On home media, the film was released on DVD and Blu-ray in on July 3, 2018, by Image Entertainment. Estimated domestic video sales totaled $167,400, with DVD contributing $89,585 and Blu-ray $77,815, supported by the established by the original WolfCop. Following its physical release, Another WolfCop became available for digital purchase and rental on platforms such as and starting in 2018. It later expanded to streaming services including , , and , where it streams for free with ads, aiding long-tail revenue through video-on-demand and licensing deals. The film's commercial performance was influenced by its low and from larger 2017 horror releases, which constrained theatrical success but did not hinder home media uptake driven by the franchise's dedicated fanbase. Overall, these ancillary markets underscored the viability of micro-budget genre films, emphasizing and over wide theatrical runs.

Reception and Legacy

Critical Reception

Another WolfCop received mixed reviews from critics upon its release, with praise for its amplified B-movie elements but criticism for its lack of originality and narrative depth. On , the film holds a 65% approval rating based on 17 critic reviews, reflecting a consensus that it delivers unpretentious fun through inventive practical effects despite being an underwhelming sequel. On , it has a user rating of 5.3 out of 10 from around 1,900 ratings as of late 2025. Positive reviews highlighted the film's escalation in gore, humor, and practical effects, embracing its raunchy, absurd charm as a . Trace Thurman of commended it as a "fun, gory and hilarious that will scratch that itch for lowbrow entertainment," noting the successful amplification of the original's chaotic energy. Other critics appreciated the bigger action sequences and cameos, such as Kevin Smith's uncredited appearance as the mayor, which added to the film's self-aware B-movie appeal. Negative critiques pointed to repetitive gags, shallow character development, and derivative plotting compared to . Simon Abrams of awarded it 1.5 out of 4 stars, criticizing its "thoughtless" celebration of retrograde ideas and failure to deliver memorable humor beyond obvious, ill-timed jokes. John Semley in also gave 1.5 out of 4 stars, describing it as "brain dead, dumb and intermittently a bit fun" but ultimately reactionary rather than nostalgically innovative. The overall consensus acknowledged the sequel's strengths in and spectacle, including larger-scale shapeshifter battles, but faulted its weaker plot coherence and over-reliance on escalating without deeper payoff. While professional reviews were divided, reception showed a stronger , with a 62% score on from over 100 ratings as of November 2025, and fans embracing its "so-bad-it's-good" vibe in contrast to some dismissals. Initial buzz from its 2017 premiere generated excitement for its gory escalation, but broader reception cooled over time; by 2025, retrospective analyses reaffirmed its enduring niche appeal as a low-budget horror-comedy gem.

Sequel Prospects

The film concludes with a post-credits sequence that teases future installments, featuring the tagline "WolfCop will return" amid unresolved threats from the villainous Swallows' operation, which hints at broader conspiracies involving the werewolf cop's world. In interviews following the release, director Lowell Dean expressed enthusiasm for expanding the franchise, stating in 2017 that he had concepts for WolfCop 3 and WolfCop 4, potentially including a television series or additional comic book tie-ins to build on the series' cult appeal. By 2018, however, Dean noted uncertainty about the project's future, emphasizing that while the ending was designed to leave room for sequels, no firm plans were in place at the time. As of November 2025, no official announcements have been made for a third film, despite ongoing fan interest evidenced by campaigns for cameos in prior entries and retrospective discussions in horror media highlighting the series' enduring niche popularity. The sequel's modest performance, grossing just $7,285 domestically against an estimated of CA$3 million, has posed challenges to further development in a competitive horror landscape. Additionally, Dean has shifted focus to other projects, including the 2024 Die Alone, which may delay any return to the universe. While opportunities for reboots or anthology cameos remain possible given the franchise's loyal following, no such productions have materialized.

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