Man in the Moon movie poster

Man in the Moon

October 31, 1960 1h 38m 6.4/10 (9 votes)

Originally released in 1960. Man in the Moon is a comedy/romance film. directed by Basil Dearden.

Starring Kenneth More, Shirley Anne Field, and Norman Bird

Synopsis

William is an unsuccessful guinea pig for a medical group interested in researching the common cold. He is soon fired and offered a job by the nearby National Atomic Research Center where they figure anyone who could fail at being a guinea pig is just what they need. They con William into thinking he will continue his guinea pig career by testing out some equipment for them before they send a group of astronauts to the moon.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 31, 1960 65 years ago
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Runtime 1h 38m 98 minutes total
User Rating 6.4/10 Good (9 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United Kingdom Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Allied Film Makers
  • J. Arthur Rank Organisation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Man in the Moon about?

William is an unsuccessful guinea pig for a medical group interested in researching the common cold. He is soon fired and offered a job by the nearby National Atomic Research Center where they figu...

Who directed Man in the Moon?

Man in the Moon was directed by Basil Dearden.

How long is Man in the Moon?

Man in the Moon has a runtime of 1 hours and 38 minutes (98 minutes total).

When was Man in the Moon released?

Man in the Moon was released on October 31, 1960 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Man in the Moon?

The main cast of Man in the Moon includes Kenneth More, Shirley Anne Field, Norman Bird, Michael Hordern, John Glyn-Jones.