The Moonstone
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
Release Date
December 29, 1996
29 years ago
Runtime
2h 8m
128 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (4 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Greg Wise
as Franklin Blake
Keeley Hawes
as Rachel Verinder
Terrence Hardiman
as Colonel Sir John Herncastle
Mellan Mitchell
as Cut-throat Indian
Peter Vaughan
as Gabriel Betteredge
Patricia Hodge
as Lady Julia Verinder
Rachel Lumberg
as Penelope
Nicholas Lane
as Samuel
Surinder Duhra
as Indian
Lesley Sharp
as Rosanna Spearman
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.