A Trip to the Moon (1902)
Kernel Score: 89% · 1,957 ratings · Rated G
Genres: Adventure, Science Fiction, Fantasy
Released: 1902-06-15
Runtime: 15 minutes
Where to watch A Trip to the Moon
- Stream: HBO Max, Artiflix
- Free with ads: Kanopy, Fawesome, Mometu
- Rent: Prime Video
- Buy: Prime Video
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Professor Barbenfouillis and five of his colleagues from the Academy of Astronomy travel to the Moon aboard a rocket propelled by a giant cannon. Once on the lunar surface, the bold explorers face the many perils hidden in the caves of the mysterious planet.
A Trip to the Moon parents' guide: all ages
Parents need to know that A Trip to the Moon is a 1902 silent short film, a whimsical early science-fiction adventure suitable for all ages.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official G rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Georges Méliès as Professeur Barbenfouillis / La Lune
- Bleuette Bernon as Phoebe Déesse de la Lune
- François Lallement as L'officier de Marine / Commandant de la Base de Lancement
- Jehanne d'Alcy as La Secrétaire / Une Étoile / Agent de Bord de la Fusée
- Henri Delannoy as Le Pilote de la Fusée Lunaire
- Victor André as Un Astronome et Spationaute
- Brunnet as Un Astronome et Spationaute
- Depierre as Un Astronome et Spationaute
- Farjaut as Un Astronome et Spationaute
- Kelm as Un Astronome et Spationaute
A Trip to the Moon FAQ
Is A Trip to the Moon good?
A Trip to the Moon has an 89% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,957 audience ratings.
Where can I watch A Trip to the Moon?
In the US you can stream A Trip to the Moon on HBO Max and Artiflix, watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Fawesome and Mometu and rent it from Prime Video.
Is A Trip to the Moon OK for kids?
A Trip to the Moon is rated G. Fresh Kernels suggests all ages. Parents need to know that A Trip to the Moon is a 1902 silent short film, a whimsical early science-fiction adventure suitable for all ages.
What movies are like A Trip to the Moon?
If you liked A Trip to the Moon, try 2001: A Space Odyssey, One Week, The Impossible Voyage and The Astronomer's Dream.