The Moonhunter (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 2001, The Moonhunter is a drama and war film directed by Bhandit Rittakol, running about 122 minutes.
What it’s about. The Moonhunter tells a true story of two young Thai revolutionaries. Seksan Prasertkul, a fearless student leader, who, in October 1973, commanded the biggest mass demonstration in modern Thai history. The event led to a popular uprising that toppled the military dictatorship and restored democracy. His life and that of his girlfriend, Chiranan Pitpreecha-a campus queen- took a drastic turn when they were caught in the wave of political violence, stirred up by remnants of the old ruling elite who still bid for the return of dictatorial rule. After the assassinations of many fellow activists, the two decided to join the illegal armed movement, led by the Communist Party of Thailand, fighting guerilla-style in the forests of Thailand. Seksan's dreams of redressing his country's grievances, however, were quickly shattered, for he found that his strain of idealism was not really shared by the party's old Guard.
Who’s in it. The Moonhunter stars Panu Suwanno as Seksan Prasertkul, Pimpan Chanta as Chiranan Pitpreecha, Kriangkrai Fookasem as Prasit and Supalak Chaowayuth as Amporn, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Moonhunter has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Moonhunter page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Moonhunter tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Moonhunter (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Moonhunter change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Moonhunter worth watching?
- The Moonhunter holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Moonhunter?
- The Moonhunter stars Panu Suwanno, Pimpan Chanta, Kriangkrai Fookasem, Supalak Chaowayuth and Pakachon Voonsri.
- When was The Moonhunter released?
- The Moonhunter was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 122 minutes.