The Stalking Moon (1968): cast, story & where to watch
1968 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1968, The Stalking Moon is an action and western film directed by Robert Mulligan, running about 109 minutes. “He comes with the stalking moon. Silently. Relentlessly. And when he comes there is no place to hide.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. While moving a group of Apaches to a Native American reservation in Arizona, an American scout named Sam Varner is surprised to find a white woman, Sarah Carver, living with the tribe. When Sam learns that she was taken captive by an Indian named Salvaje ten years ago, he attempts to escort Sarah and her half-Native American son to his home in New Mexico. However, it soon becomes clear that Salvaje is hot on their trail.
Who’s in it. The Stalking Moon stars Gregory Peck as Sam Varner, Eva Marie Saint as Sarah Carver, Robert Forster as Nick Tana and Noland Clay as Boy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Stalking Moon has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Stalking Moon page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Stalking Moon tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Stalking Moon (1968)?
- In US, The Stalking Moon is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Stalking Moon worth watching?
- The Stalking Moon holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Stalking Moon?
- The Stalking Moon stars Gregory Peck, Eva Marie Saint, Robert Forster, Noland Clay and Russell Thorson.
- When was The Stalking Moon released?
- The Stalking Moon was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 109 minutes.