The Moon Mask Rider (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1981, The Moon Mask Rider is an action and adventure film directed by Yukihiro Sawada, running about 94 minutes. “"A super hero on a super bike now on screen in a super live action."” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The Moon Mask Rider is a tokusatsu movie produced by Purumie International/Herald Enterprises and distributed by Nippon Herald Pictures, was released theatrically on March 14, 1981. Considered Japan's answer to the American box-office fiasco, The Legend of the Lone Ranger (released the same year), this updated version of the Moonlight Mask legend bombed at the Japanese box-office. Daisuke Kuwahara (who, like Klinton Spilsbury , disappeared from doing films) plays George Owara (Moon Mask Rider's new alter-ego), and the rest of the cast made up of veteran action starlets: Sue Shihomi, Daijiro Harada and Takayuki Godai.
Who’s in it. The Moon Mask Rider stars Daisuke Kuwabara as Moon Mask Rider, Etsuko Shihomi as Ikuko, Daijirō Harada and Junichi Inoue, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Moon Mask Rider has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Moon Mask Rider page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Moon Mask Rider tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Moon Mask Rider (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Moon Mask Rider change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Moon Mask Rider worth watching?
- The Moon Mask Rider holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Moon Mask Rider?
- The Moon Mask Rider stars Daisuke Kuwabara, Etsuko Shihomi, Daijirō Harada, Junichi Inoue and Mizuho Suzuki.
- When was The Moon Mask Rider released?
- The Moon Mask Rider was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.