History of Teen Wolf (2011 TV series) in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: October 18, 2025

Teen Wolf, developed by Jeff Davis for MTV, is a supernatural teen drama reimagining the 1985 film. The series follows Scott McCall (Tyler Posey), a teenager bitten by a werewolf, navigating his new life while protecting his town from various supernatural threats. He's aided by his best friend Stiles Stilinski and the mysterious Derek Hale. The show explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and self-acceptance as Scott learns to control his powers and fight against increasingly dangerous enemies, including other werewolves, hunters, and mythical creatures. The series ran for six seasons, becoming a popular entry in the supernatural teen drama genre.

1985: Original Film

In 1985, the original 'Teen Wolf' film was released. It is a comedy about a basketball-playing teenager named Scott dealing with high school and life as a werewolf.

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1985: Inspiration from the Original Film

Jeff Davis, creator and executive producer for the MTV series, aimed to develop a darker, sexier and edgier version than the 1985 film 'Teen Wolf'.

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1986: Animated Series Airing

In 1986, the 'Teen Wolf' film was adapted for television as an animated series that aired on CBS.

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1987: Inspiration from The Lost Boys

Davis' desire was to make a thriller with comedic overtones but in a tone more similar to that of the 1987 vampire film 'The Lost Boys'.

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June 2009: Series Adaptation Announcement

In June 2009, MTV announced that they would be adapting the 1985 film 'Teen Wolf' into a new television series with a greater emphasis on romance, horror and werewolf mythology.

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October 2010: Production Begins

In October 2010, production on twelve episodes of 'Teen Wolf' began in Atlanta, Georgia.

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December 2010: Casting Announcements

In December 2010, casting announcements were made for 'Teen Wolf', with the main cast including Tyler Posey, Crystal Reed, Tyler Hoechlin, Dylan O'Brien, Holland Roden, and Colton Haynes.

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May 31, 2011: Pilot Sneak Peek Release

On May 31, 2011, MTV released a sneak peek of the first eight minutes of the 'Teen Wolf' pilot on their website.

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June 5, 2011: Series Premiere

On June 5, 2011, 'Teen Wolf' premiered on MTV. The series received generally positive reviews from critics.

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June 2011: Comic Release

In June 2011, a comic themed upon the show 'Teen Wolf' was released by Image Comics.

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August 2011: First Season Finale Review

Following the first-season finale in August 2011, Ian Grey of IndieWire gave the series a positive review, and Angel Cohn of Television Without Pity named it the third best new show of the summer.

June 3, 2012: Season Two Premiere

On June 3, 2012, the second season of 'Teen Wolf' premiered after the 2012 MTV Movie Awards.

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June 2012: 'On Fire' Book Release

In June 2012, MTV Books released the book 'On Fire', by Nancy Holder, which tells the story of Scott McCall and the first season of 'Teen Wolf'.

June 2012: California Tax Credit Approval

In June 2012, the series 'Teen Wolf' received conditional approval for a California film and TV tax credit.

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July 12, 2012: Season Three Renewal

On July 12, 2012, 'Teen Wolf' was renewed for a third season, which included 24 episodes, and the production location was moved to Los Angeles, California.

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June 3, 2013: Season Three Premiere

On June 3, 2013, the third season of 'Teen Wolf' premiered at 10 pm, achieving new high ratings for the series.

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June 2013: Tax Credit Selection

In June 2013, the series was selected again for a California tax credit.

June 23, 2014: Season Four Premiere

On June 23, 2014, the fourth season of 'Teen Wolf' premiered.

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July 24, 2014: Season Five Renewal

On July 24, 2014, MTV renewed 'Teen Wolf' for a fifth season of 20 episodes, which was split into two parts.

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2014: Broadcasting Changes

In 2014, Canada's MuchMusic stopped airing the series and it was moved to the domestic version of MTV.

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June 29, 2015: Season Five Premiere

On June 29, 2015, the fifth season of 'Teen Wolf' premiered after being split into two parts.

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July 9, 2015: Season Six Renewal

On July 9, 2015, 'Teen Wolf' was renewed for a sixth season of 20 episodes. It was confirmed that Tyler Posey, Dylan O'Brien, Holland Roden, Shelley Hennig, and Dylan Sprayberry would reprise their roles.

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September 24, 2017: Series Conclusion

On September 24, 2017, 'Teen Wolf' concluded after six seasons. The series also received thirteen Teen Choice Awards and won three Saturn Awards for Best Youth-Oriented Television Series.

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