Video: The Cable Niche and Teen Wolf

Teen Wolf was a goofy ’80s comedy about a teenager who becomes a werewolf, until MTV revived it as a more serious horror-drama series in recent years.

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  1. Question 99.51

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    Based on this clip, what is the demographic MTV wants to attract with this show, and how does it try to attract that audience?
  2. Question 99.52

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    Are you familiar with other shows currently airing on MTV? How is Teen Wolf similar to them? How is it distinct?