Cirque du Soleil: Amaluna (2013): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2013, Cirque du Soleil: Amaluna is a fantasy, family, music and documentary film directed by Mario Janelle, running about 109 minutes. “Escape to an island where beauty and women power are unleashed” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Amaluna invites the audience to a mysterious island governed by Goddesses and guided by the cycles of the moon. Their queen, Prospera, directs her daughter’s coming-of-age ceremony in a rite that honours femininity, renewal, rebirth and balance which marks the passing of these insights and values from one generation to the next. In the wake of a storm caused by Prospera, a group of young men lands on the island, triggering an epic, emotional story of love between Prospera’s daughter and a brave young suitor. But theirs is a love that will be put to the test. The couple must face numerous demanding trials and overcome daunting setbacks before they can achieve mutual trust, faith and harmony.

Who’s in it. Cirque du Soleil: Amaluna stars Julie McInnes as Prospera, Marie-Michelle Faber as Moon Goddess and Viktor Kee as Cali.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Cirque du Soleil: Amaluna 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 Cirque du Soleil: Amaluna page.

If you liked it. Fans of Cirque du Soleil: Amaluna tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.