The Mouse on the Moon
"Stop shooting at our moon!"
Originally released in 1963. The Mouse on the Moon is a comedy/science fiction film. directed by Richard Lester. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Margaret Rutherford, Ron Moody, and Bernard Cribbins
Synopsis
Sequel to The Mouse that Roared; The Tiny Country of Grand Fenwick has a hot water problem in the castle. To get the money necessary to put in a new set of plumbing, they request foreign aid from the U.S. for Space Research. The Russians then send aid as well to show that they too are for the internationalization of space. While the grand Duke is dreaming of hot baths, their one scientist is slapping together a rocket. The U.S. and Soviets get wind of the impending launch and try and beat them to the moon.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 7, 1963
62 years ago
Runtime
1h 25m
85 minutes total
User Rating
6.1/10
Good (29 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Margaret Rutherford
as Grand Duchess Gloriana XIII
Ron Moody
as Prime Minister Rupert Mountjoy
Bernard Cribbins
as Vincent Mountjoy
David Kossoff
as Professor Kokintz
June Ritchie
as Cynthia
Terry-Thomas
as Maurice Spender
John Le Mesurier
as British Delegate
John Phillips
as Bracewell - U.S. Delegate
Eric Barker
as M.I.5 Man
Roddy McMillan
as Benter
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Walter Shenson Films
- United Artists
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Mouse on the Moon about?
Sequel to The Mouse that Roared; The Tiny Country of Grand Fenwick has a hot water problem in the castle. To get the money necessary to put in a new set of plumbing, they request foreign aid from t...
Who directed The Mouse on the Moon?
The Mouse on the Moon was directed by Richard Lester.
How long is The Mouse on the Moon?
The Mouse on the Moon has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
When was The Mouse on the Moon released?
The Mouse on the Moon was released on May 7, 1963 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Mouse on the Moon?
The main cast of The Mouse on the Moon includes Margaret Rutherford, Ron Moody, Bernard Cribbins, David Kossoff, June Ritchie.