
The Man in the Moon
Remember when you couldn't wait for your life to begin... and then, one day, it did?
Maureen Trant and her younger sibling Dani share a strong connection, but local boy Court Foster threatens to throw their bond off balance. Dani and Court meet first and have a flirtatious rapport -- but when he meets Maureen, he falls hard and they begin a passionate affair. The new couple try to keep their love hidden from Dani, but she soon learns the truth, disavowing her sister. But a heartbreaking accident later reunites the girls.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Man in the Moon
- Genres: Drama, Family, Romance
- Release Date: 1991-09-30
- Runtime: 99 minutes
- Rating: 7.4/10 (315 votes)
- Budget: $1,237,669
- Revenue: $2,853,801
- Production Companies: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Pathé Entertainment
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 3.3818
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew

Sam Waterston
as Matthew Trant

Tess Harper
as Abigail Trant

Gail Strickland
as Marie Foster

Reese Witherspoon
as Danielle "Dani" Trant

Jason London
as Court Foster

Emily Warfield
as Maureen Trant

Bentley Mitchum
as Billy Sanders

Ernie Lively
as Will Sanders

Dennis Letts
as Doc White

Earleen Bergeron
as Mrs. Sanders
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Trailers & Clips
Dani's Crush Meets Her Sister
Dani Asks for Boy Advice
The New Neighbors
Classic Trailer
Original Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Man in the Moon?▼
The Man in the Moon is a Drama, Family, Romance movie directed by . It was released on 1991-09-30.
Who are the main actors in The Man in the Moon?▼
The main cast includes Sam Waterston, Tess Harper, Gail Strickland, Reese Witherspoon, Jason London, .
Where can I watch The Man in the Moon online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Man in the Moon is available.
Is The Man in the Moon based on a true story?▼
Remember when you couldn't wait for your life to begin... and then, one day, it did?
What is the IMDb rating of The Man in the Moon?▼
The Man in the Moon has an IMDb rating of 7.4/10 based on 315 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Man in the Moon?▼
The movie had a production budget of $1,237,669 and earned $2,853,801 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Man in the Moon?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Pathé Entertainment. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Man in the Moon filmed?▼
The Man in the Moon was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Man in the Moon?▼
The total runtime of The Man in the Moon is 99 minutes.
Is The Man in the Moon suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Man in the Moon?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Man in the Moon.
Does The Man in the Moon have a post-credit scene?▼
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