Shelley Hennig Reflects On Malia Tate's Legacy: The Impact of Teen Wolf

The Legacy of Teen Wolf

MTV's Teen Wolf first aired on the cable network in 2011 and gave birth to a loyal fanbase that remained invested in the series throughout its six-season run, something actress Shelley Hennig is more than grateful for. The show is based on the 1985 comedy film of the same name and follows 16-year-old Scott McCall as he attempts to adjust to life as a werewolf with the help of his best friend, Stiles Stilinksi. While the brotherly relationship between the teens became the heart and soul of the story, the ever-evolving McCall Pack pushed Teen Wolf to new heights.

Shelley Hennig Is Malia Tate For Teen Wolf

Paramount+ recently released Teen Wolf: The Movie, which takes place 13 years after the events of the series finale. Although Dylan O'Brien and Arden Cho didn't return for the film, Tyler Posey, Holland Roden, Crystal Reed, Shelley Hennig, and Tyler Hoechlin all reprised their roles. While discussing her new comedy series, Obliterated, in an exclusive interview with Screen Rant, Shelley Hennig reflected on her time as Malia Tate.

Malia Tate looking off in Teen Wolf.

Shelley Hennig's Reflection on Malia Tate

Shelley Hennig first appeared as Malia Tate in Teen Wolf season 3, episode 14, 'More Bad Than Good.' Although she didn't become a series regular until the latter half of the series, Malia brought much-needed energy to Scott's pack following the death of Allison Argent. The nogistune storyline remains a fan-favorite due to Dylan O'Brien's impressive performance as Void Stiles. Still, the once lighthearted show took on a darker tone and the ensuing installments were heavy with loss.

Teen Wolf: The Movie - Malia

Having spent the past eight years as a coyote, Malia struggled to reacclimate to society at the age of 17. Her growth is, arguably, one of the most compelling aspects of the fourth and fifth seasons. Malia's survival was previously contingent on her animal instincts, so self-preservation began as one of the character's most distinct traits. However, with the help of her friends, Malia learns how to function within a pack and develop meaningful human relationships.

Malia gritting her teeth in Teen Wolf

Teen Wolf: The Movie reveals that Malia and Scott are no longer dating, despite winding up together in the show's final episodes. In terms of her romantic life, Malia is last seen hooking up with Ryan Kelley's Jordan Parrish. Regardless, there's no telling where their relationship will go in future films. Paramount+ has not yet announced a sequel, but there are plenty of unanswered questions for a potential second movie to address.

Malia bares her fangs in Teen Wolf