Man in the Moon (1960): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

1960 · Film · ★ 5.8

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Released in 1960, Man in the Moon is a komödie and liebesfilm film directed by Basil Dearden, running about 98 minutes.

What it’s 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 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.

Who’s in it. Man in the Moon stars Kenneth More as William Blood, Shirley Anne Field as Polly, Norman Bird as Herbert and Michael Hordern as Dr. Davidson, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Man in the Moon has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Man in the Moon page.

If you liked it. Fans of Man in the Moon tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Das Leben ist schön and Fight Club.

Häufige Fragen

Where can I watch Man in the Moon (1960)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Man in the Moon change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Man in the Moon worth watching?
Man in the Moon holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy komödie and liebesfilm. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
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 was Man in the Moon released?
Man in the Moon was released in 1960, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.