The Moon Is Down (1943): cast, story & where to watch
1943 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1943, The Moon Is Down is a drama film directed by Irving Pichel, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. The story of a small town in Norway that resists German occupation during World War II. Based on a John Steinbeck novel.
Who’s in it. The Moon Is Down stars Cedric Hardwicke as Col. Lanser, Henry Travers as Mayor Orden, Lee J. Cobb as Dr. Albert Winter and Dorris Bowdon as Molly Morden, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, The Moon Is Down 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 Moon Is Down page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Moon Is Down tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Moon Is Down (1943)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Moon Is Down change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Moon Is Down worth watching?
- The Moon Is Down holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Moon Is Down?
- The Moon Is Down stars Cedric Hardwicke, Henry Travers, Lee J. Cobb, Dorris Bowdon and Margaret Wycherly.
- When was The Moon Is Down released?
- The Moon Is Down was released in 1943, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.