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Full Moon (1998): cast, story & where to watch

1998 · Film · ★ 5

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Released in 1998, Full Moon is a drama film directed by Fredi M. Murer.

What it’s about. Fredi M. Murer wrote and directed this Swiss drama about a family with a missing child. The only explanation seems to be kidnapping, but no ransom note arrives. Police inspector Anatol Wasser (Hanspeter Muller) soon faces an elaborate mystery: a dozen Swiss children vanish with no indication of any pattern -- other than the fact that they all lived near lakes. Is organized crime responsible, or does the answer lie in mystical realms? Shown at the 1998 Montreal Film Festival.

Who’s in it. Full Moon stars Hanspeter Müller as Anatol Wasser, Lilo Baur as Irene Escher, Benedict Freitag as Max Escher and Mariebelle Kuhn as Emmi Escher, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Full Moon has proved divisive with audiences.

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

If you liked it. Fans of Full Moon tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Full Moon (1998)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Full Moon change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Full Moon worth watching?
Full Moon holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Full Moon?
Full Moon stars Hanspeter Müller, Lilo Baur, Benedict Freitag, Mariebelle Kuhn and Yolande Moreau.
When was Full Moon released?
Full Moon was released in 1998.