The First Men in the Moon (2010): cast, story & where to watch
2010 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 2010, The First Men in the Moon is a science fiction film directed by Damon Thomas, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Mark Gatiss's adaptation of HG Wells's science fiction classic. July 1969, and as the world waits with bated breath for the Apollo astronauts to land on the Moon, a young boy meets 90-year-old Julius Bedford. He's a man with an extraordinary story of how, way back in 1909, he got to the Moon first, and, together with the eccentric Professor Cavor, discovered a terrifying secret deep beneath its seemingly-barren surface.
Who’s in it. The First Men in the Moon stars Rory Kinnear as Bedford, Mark Gatiss as Cavor, Alex Riddell as Jim and Reece Shearsmith as Moon, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The First Men in the Moon 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 First Men in the Moon page.
If you liked it. Fans of The First Men in the Moon tend to enjoy Inception, Interstellar, The Empire Strikes Back and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The First Men in the Moon (2010)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The First Men in the Moon change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The First Men in the Moon worth watching?
- The First Men in the Moon holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The First Men in the Moon?
- The First Men in the Moon stars Rory Kinnear, Mark Gatiss, Alex Riddell, Reece Shearsmith and Lee Ingleby.
- When was The First Men in the Moon released?
- The First Men in the Moon was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.