A Werewolf Boy (2026 film)

The project is a co-production between Philippine studios Viva Films and Studio Viva, and the South Korean entertainment company CJ ENM.^[1] The partnership followed a strategic Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signed between the involved parties.^[5] The adaptation was officially announced on 29 September 2025, during a media conference for the finale of the series Seducing Drake Palma.^[6] Crisanto B. Aquino, who previously directed Instant Daddy and My Future You, was attached to direct the film.^[1]

Rabin Angeles and Angela Muji were cast in the lead roles, marking their first lead performances in a feature film.^[1] The pair previously starred together in the Viva One series Seducing Drake Palma.^[7] Angeles stated that he felt pressure regarding the role, which was originally played by Song Joong-ki.^[8] He noted that he did not watch the entire original film to ensure his performance remained distinct.^[9] Angeles prepared for the role by studying materials related to wolves.^[10]

Principal photography began on 1 October 2025.^[3] Filming took place on location in Taal, Batangas.^[3] Angela Muji described the acting style for the film as "subtle" and different from her work in television series.^[3] Angeles was required to wear prosthetics for the character, a process that took four hours to apply.^[10] He stated that he remained in character during the prosthetic application.^[10]

A Werewolf Boy was released in Philippine cinemas in January 14, 2026.^[10][11] A teaser trailer was released in September 2025 showing Muji's character observing Angeles.^[4]