The Moonstone movie poster

The Moonstone

December 29, 1996 2h 8m 7.0/10 (4 votes)

Originally released in 1996. The Moonstone is a tv movie/crime film. directed by Robert Bierman. With a runtime of 2h 8m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Greg Wise, Keeley Hawes, and Terrence Hardiman

Synopsis

Greg Wise (Sense and Sensibility) and Keeley Hawes (Karaoke) star in this sumptuous adaptation of Wilkie Collins' classic mystery, the first detective novel ever written. The Moonstone, a sacred Hindu diamond was stolen from the head of the Moon God, in its shrine by John Herncastle in 1799. The stone is said to be cursed if it is removed from the shrine. In 1848, a man named Franklin Blake announces to Rachel that the Moonstone has been bequeathed to her by Herncastle. Blake gives her the jewel on her birthday and offers to mount the jewel for her, in order that she might wear it. Inevitably, the jewel is found missing the next morning and Rachel believes Blake stole it. Determined to prove his innocence, Blake leaves in order to pursue the real truth behind the theft.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 29, 1996 29 years ago
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Runtime 2h 8m 128 minutes total
User Rating 7.0/10 Great (4 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United Kingdom Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • BBC
  • Carlton Television

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Moonstone about?

Greg Wise (Sense and Sensibility) and Keeley Hawes (Karaoke) star in this sumptuous adaptation of Wilkie Collins' classic mystery, the first detective novel ever written. The Moonstone, a sacred H...

Who directed The Moonstone?

The Moonstone was directed by Robert Bierman.

How long is The Moonstone?

The Moonstone has a runtime of 2 hours and 8 minutes (128 minutes total).

When was The Moonstone released?

The Moonstone was released on December 29, 1996 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Moonstone?

The main cast of The Moonstone includes Greg Wise, Keeley Hawes, Terrence Hardiman, Mellan Mitchell, Peter Vaughan.