The Moonshine War (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1970, The Moonshine War is a comedy, drama and crime film directed by Richard Quine, running about 100 minutes. “The 18th amendment prohibited drinking. It didn't say a word about killing, double-crossing or blowing things up.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A federal agent attempts to make some real money before the alcohol ban is lifted so he sets his sights on the whiskey cache of an old army buddy.
Who’s in it. The Moonshine War stars Patrick McGoohan as Frank Long, Richard Widmark as Dr. Emmett Taulbee, Alan Alda as John W. (Son) Martin and Melodie Johnson as Lizann Simpson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, The Moonshine War 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 The Moonshine War page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Moonshine War tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Moonshine War (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Moonshine War change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Moonshine War worth watching?
- The Moonshine War holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Moonshine War?
- The Moonshine War stars Patrick McGoohan, Richard Widmark, Alan Alda, Melodie Johnson and Will Geer.
- When was The Moonshine War released?
- The Moonshine War was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.