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The Moonraker (1958)

6.819581h 22mEN
ActionAdventureDramaWar

Directed by David MacDonald

Rating

6.8/10

Runtime

1h 22m

Language

EN

Release

August 2, 1958

Director

David MacDonald

Overview

After the battle of Worcester at the end of the Civil War, the main aim of Oliver Cromwell's Commonwealth is to capture Charles Stuart. The future king's escape depends on the intrepid Earl of Dawlish, who as the Moonraker has already spirited away many Royalists. Dawlish travels to the Windwhistle ...

Cast

George Baker

George Baker

Anthony, Earl of Dawlish/The Moonraker

Sylvia Syms

Sylvia Syms

Anne Wyndham

Marius Goring

Marius Goring

Colonel John Beaumont

Peter Arne

Peter Arne

Major Gregg/Edmund Tyler

Clive Morton

Clive Morton

Lord Harcourt

Gary Raymond

Gary Raymond

Charles Stuart

Richard Leech

Richard Leech

Henry Strangeways

Iris Russell

Iris Russell

Judith Strangeways

Michael Anderson Jr.

Michael Anderson Jr.

Martin Strangeways

Paul Whitsun-Jones

Paul Whitsun-Jones

Parfitt

John Le Mesurier

John Le Mesurier

Cromwell

Patrick Troughton

Patrick Troughton

Captain Wilcox

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Moonraker (1958), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

After the battle of Worcester at the end of the Civil War, the main aim of Oliver Cromwell's Commonwealth is to capture Charles Stuart. The future king's escape depends on the intrepid Earl of Dawlish, who as the Moonraker has already spirited away many Royalists. Dawlish travels to the Windwhistle Inn on the south coast to prepare the escape, where he meets Anne Wyndham, the fiancée of a top Roundhead colonel.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Moonraker. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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