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Man in the Moon

★ 6.7(11)19601h 38m

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Good to know

Director: Basil Dearden
Release date: 1960-10-31
Runtime: 1h 38m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Allied Film Makers

About Man in the Moon

Man in the Moon is a 1960 movie in the Comedy and Romance genres, directed by Basil Dearden, starring Kenneth More, Shirley Anne Field and Norman Bird. It has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.7/10 from 11 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Man in the Moon in United Kingdom — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

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.

Cast

Kenneth More

William Blood

Shirley Anne Field

Polly

Norman Bird

Herbert

Michael Hordern

Dr. Davidson

John Glyn-Jones

Dr. Wilmot

Charles Gray

Leo

Bernard Horsfall

Rex

Bruce Boa

Roy

Noel Purcell

Prosecutor

Ed Devereaux

Storekeeper

John Phillips

Professor Stephens

Edward Burnham

Test Chamber Scientist

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Man in the Moon in United Kingdom?+

Man in the Moon is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in United Kingdom. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Man in the Moon on Netflix?+

Man in the Moon is not on Netflix in United Kingdom right now.

How long is Man in the Moon?+

Man in the Moon has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).

Who stars in Man in the Moon?+

Man in the Moon stars Kenneth More, Shirley Anne Field, Norman Bird, Michael Hordern and John Glyn-Jones.

When did Man in the Moon come out?+

Man in the Moon is a 1960 movie directed by Basil Dearden.

What genre is Man in the Moon?+

Man in the Moon is Comedy and Romance film.

Who directed Man in the Moon?+

Man in the Moon was directed by Basil Dearden.

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