Destination Moon
Two years in the making!
A team composed of an aerospace scientist, an ex-Air Force general, and an industrialist conceives an ambitious plan to land Americans on the moon. From their base in the Mojave Desert, they construct and successfully launch a spacecraft named "Luna" that contains a cargo of four astronauts. But a critical miscalculation of needed power to escape the moon's gravitational pull may put the astronauts' lives in danger.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Destination Moon
- Genres: Science Fiction, Adventure, Drama
- Release Date: 1950-06-27
- Runtime: 91 minutes
- Rating: 5.847/10 (88 votes)
- Budget: $592,000
- Revenue: $5,000,000
- Production Companies: George Pal Productions
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.4051
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
John Archer
as Jim Barnes
Warner Anderson
as Dr. Charles Cargraves
Tom Powers
as General Thayer
Dick Wesson
as Joe Sweeney
Erin O'Brien-Moore
as Emily Cargraves
Steve Carruthers
as Businessman at Meeting (uncredited)
Franklyn Farnum
as Factory Worker (uncredited)
Jack Gargan
as Businessman at Meeting (uncredited)
Everett Glass
as Mr. La Porte (uncredited)
Kenner G. Kemp
as Businessman at Meeting (uncredited)
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Destination Moon 1950 Trailer HD | John Archer | Warner Anderson
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Destination Moon?▼
Destination Moon is a Science Fiction, Adventure, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1950-06-27.
Who are the main actors in Destination Moon?▼
The main cast includes John Archer, Warner Anderson, Tom Powers, Dick Wesson, Erin O'Brien-Moore, .
Where can I watch Destination Moon online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Destination Moon is available.
Is Destination Moon based on a true story?▼
Two years in the making!
What is the IMDb rating of Destination Moon?▼
Destination Moon has an IMDb rating of 5.847/10 based on 88 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Destination Moon?▼
The movie had a production budget of $592,000 and earned $5,000,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Destination Moon?▼
The soundtrack was composed by George Pal Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Destination Moon filmed?▼
Destination Moon was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Destination Moon?▼
The total runtime of Destination Moon is 91 minutes.
Is Destination Moon suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Destination Moon?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Destination Moon.
Does Destination Moon have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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