Over the Moon (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1939, Over the Moon is a comedy film directed by Thornton Freeland, running about 85 minutes. “The happiest, snappiness comedy in years” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Young Jane Benson just about manages to make ends meet running the large family house in Yorkshire. In love with local doctor Freddie Jarvis, she suggests they marry, but almost at once finds she has inherited eighteen million pounds. He makes it clear he wants nothing to do with the money and what it can buy, and Jane sets off alone on a spree pursued by two ardent suitors. Jarvis finds he has gained notoriety for turning down such a catch and his plans for ernest research are soon compromised.
Who’s in it. Over the Moon stars Merle Oberon as Jane Benson, Rex Harrison as Dr. Freddie Jarvis, Ursula Jeans as Millie and Robert Douglas as John Flight, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Over the Moon has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Over the Moon page.
If you liked it. Fans of Over the Moon tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Over the Moon (1939)?
- In US, Over the Moon is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Over the Moon worth watching?
- Over the Moon holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Over the Moon?
- Over the Moon stars Merle Oberon, Rex Harrison, Ursula Jeans, Robert Douglas and Louis Borel.
- When was Over the Moon released?
- Over the Moon was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.