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Moonlight

Moonlight

This is the story of a lifetime

The tender, heartbreaking story of a young man’s struggle to find himself, told across three defining chapters in his life as he experiences the ecstasy, pain, and beauty of falling in love, while grappling with his own sexuality.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Moonlight
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 2016-10-21
  • Runtime: 111 minutes
  • Rating: 7.365/10 (7333 votes)
  • Budget: $4,000,000
  • Revenue: $65,046,687
  • Production Companies: A24, Plan B Entertainment, PASTEL
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 3.6318
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Trevante Rhodes

Trevante Rhodes

as Black

André Holland

André Holland

as Kevin

Janelle Monáe

Janelle Monáe

as Teresa

Ashton Sanders

Ashton Sanders

as Chiron

Jharrel Jerome

Jharrel Jerome

as Kevin Age 16

Alex R. Hibbert

Alex R. Hibbert

as Little

Jaden Piner

Jaden Piner

as Kevin Age 9

Naomie Harris

Naomie Harris

as Paula

Mahershala Ali

Mahershala Ali

as Juan

Shariff Earp

Shariff Earp

as Terrence

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

How Black Cinema Shaped Barry Jenkins' MOONLIGHT

Most Intimate Moments | Moonlight | Prime Video

Chiron's eerste gay kus | Moonlight | Amazon Prime Video NL

Moonlight | Swimming Clip | Netflix

Barry Jenkins the swimming scene in MOONLIGHT

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Moonlight?

Moonlight is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 2016-10-21.

Who are the main actors in Moonlight?

The main cast includes Trevante Rhodes, André Holland, Janelle Monáe, Ashton Sanders, Jharrel Jerome, .

Where can I watch Moonlight online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Moonlight is available.

Is Moonlight based on a true story?

This is the story of a lifetime

What is the IMDb rating of Moonlight?

Moonlight has an IMDb rating of 7.365/10 based on 7333 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Moonlight?

The movie had a production budget of $4,000,000 and earned $65,046,687 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Moonlight?

The soundtrack was composed by A24, Plan B Entertainment, PASTEL. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Moonlight filmed?

Moonlight was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Moonlight?

The total runtime of Moonlight is 111 minutes.

Is Moonlight suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Moonlight?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Moonlight.

Does Moonlight have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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