Moonbase 8 (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Series · ★ 5.2
Released in 2020, Moonbase 8 is a comedy and sci-fi & fantasy series. “Failure is now an option.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In the isolated desert of Winslow, Arizona at NASA’s Moon Base Simulator, three eager astronauts—Skip, Rook and their leader Cap—attempt to qualify for their first lunar mission. They encounter many obstacles including loneliness, self-doubt and their own incompetence. In spite of it all, they remain determined to prove they have the right stuff to reach the moon.
Who’s in it. Moonbase 8 stars Tim Heidecker as Rook, John C. Reilly as Cap and Fred Armisen as Skip.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Moonbase 8 has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Moonbase 8 page.
If you liked it. Fans of Moonbase 8 tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, My Hero Academia, One Piece and The Umbrella Academy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Moonbase 8 (2020)?
- In US, Moonbase 8 is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Moonbase 8 worth watching?
- Moonbase 8 holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and sci-fi & fantasy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Moonbase 8?
- Moonbase 8 stars Tim Heidecker, John C. Reilly and Fred Armisen.
- When was Moonbase 8 released?
- Moonbase 8 was released in 2020.