The series 'Supernatural' ended three years ago, a new Buffy is nowhere in sight, and the number of superhero projects is dizzying. Nevertheless, children are still scared with tales of various monsters. And the new fantasy series 'Wolf Pack' is just...

Massive wildfires are raging in California, forcing not only bears, wolves, and deer to flee their homes, but also various monsters that have been hiding from prying eyes for years. One of these creatures attacks a pair of high school students, turning their lives upside down forever, opening up new opportunities and threats.

26 years ago, Sarah Michelle Gellar a.k.a. Buffy became a symbol of rebellious youth: she dealt with societal prejudices as skillfully as she did with packs of bloodthirsty vampires. Gellar was one of the role models for girls and a dream for boys of the 90s, shaping young minds alongside “Charmed,” “Xena: Warrior Princess,” “Sabrina the Teenage Witch,” and other teen shows of that era.

Now, at 45, the actress takes on the role of mentor and protector for the youth. And while in a recent film she was just a principal, in the fantasy thriller 'Wolf Pack' she has returned to the world of supernatural beings, not vampires this time, but werewolves. Despite a difficult period in her life, the actress is trying to revive the remnants of her career, and so far she is doing quite well (even if in supporting roles). But Sarah Michelle Gellar is not the only thing the new series has to offer.

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Since the announcement of 'Wolf Pack,' many have drawn parallels to another well-known werewolf show — “Teen Wolf”. Primarily because the creator of both projects is Jeff Davis, who, by the way, asks viewers not to merge his two creations into one universe.

What else do the two series have in common? As with any teen show, there are familiar themes — the difficulties of growing up, self-acceptance, and finding your people, your pack. Although the werewolf theme serves as the plot driver, the werewolf image is also clearly used as an allegory for growing up, as well as in the context of combating excessive violence (“tame your inner predator”). All this is mixed with traditional scenes of teen parties, arguments about who is cooler, etc. This teenage vibe appealed to audiences before, and it appeals now, because it gives us a sense of nostalgia.

The world of 'Wolf Pack,' like 'Teen Wolf,' is dark, full of mysticism and secrets. But the new project looks more advantageous than its predecessor due to its graphics: after all, the creators tried to make the CGI animals more naturalistic, something the creators of the sci-fi series could learn from.

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Besides Sarah Michelle Gellar and possibly Rodrigo Santoro, the rest of the cast are little-known, and for some, this is even their TV debut. Nevertheless, the characters here look charismatic and likable enough to get invested in their stories. Who knows, maybe one of them will share the fate of Dylan O'Brien in the future.

What are the differences of 'Wolf Pack'? First of all, the source material. While 'Teen Wolf' was a television adaptation of the 1985 film of the same name, the new project is based on a novel by Edo van Belkom.

Apparently, thanks to the literary source, the series, in addition to teen themes and the fight against the main villain, also has a detective storyline handled by adult characters. It is outlined right in the pilot episode, and we understand that the series is not limited to werewolves alone.

Another winning difference of 'Wolf Pack' is the setting, namely the massive wildfires consuming California. At least in the first episodes, fire is given special attention. Here, the flame is a symbol not only of destruction but also of purification: it destroys the familiar world and gives birth to a new reality for the characters. And thanks to decent graphics, the scenes in the burning forest look quite impressive and realistic. Especially in the pilot, when frightened animals leap out of the flames at people.

If you decide to watch 'Wolf Pack,' try not to compare it to 'Teen Wolf.' Despite all the common points, the feel of the series is still different: whether due to different eras (though high schoolers are always high schoolers), or due to the greater seriousness and almost complete lack of humor in the new show. But the fact that the production is handled by MTV Entertainment Studio (a subsidiary of Paramount+) — responsible for the stylish “Tulsa King” with Sylvester Stallone — inspires hope that 'Wolf Pack' could turn out to be something decent.