Moonlight movie poster

Moonlight

"This is the story of a lifetime"

October 21, 2016 1h 51m 7.4/10 (7,374 votes)

Originally released in 2016. Moonlight is a drama film. directed by Barry Jenkins.

Starring Trevante Rhodes, André Holland, and Janelle Monáe

Synopsis

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.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 21, 2016 9 years ago
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Runtime 1h 51m 111 minutes total
User Rating 7.4/10 Great (7,374 votes)
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Budget $4M Production budget
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Box Office $65M 16.3x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$4,000,000
Revenue
$65,046,687

Production Companies

  • A24
  • Plan B Entertainment
  • PASTEL

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Moonlight about?

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, whil...

Who directed Moonlight?

Moonlight was directed by Barry Jenkins.

How long is Moonlight?

Moonlight has a runtime of 1 hours and 51 minutes (111 minutes total).

When was Moonlight released?

Moonlight was released on October 21, 2016 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Moonlight?

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

Is Moonlight worth watching?

Moonlight has a user rating of 7.4/10 based on 7,374 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.