The Man in the Moon (1991)
Kernel Score: 83% · 345 ratings · Rated PG-13
Genres: Drama, Family, Romance
Released: 1991-09-30
Runtime: 99 minutes
Where to watch The Man in the Moon
- Stream: Fubo, Philo, MGM+
- Free with ads: YouTube Free, Plex, Tubi
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Maureen Trant and her younger sibling Dani share a strong connection, but local boy Court Foster threatens to throw their bond off balance. Dani and Court meet first and have a flirtatious rapport -- but when he meets Maureen, he falls hard and they begin a passionate affair. The new couple try to keep their love hidden from Dani, but she soon learns the truth, disavowing her sister. But a heartbreaking accident later reunites the girls.
The Man in the Moon parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that The Man in the Moon is a PG-13 coming-of-age drama involving first love, a skinny-dipping scene, and a fatal accident.
- Violence & scariness: Some — Features a tractor accident that leads to tragedy.
- Sex, romance & nudity: Some — Includes a skinny-dipping scene and a teen romance/affair storyline.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG-13 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Robert Mulligan
Cast
- Sam Waterston as Matthew Trant
- Tess Harper as Abigail Trant
- Gail Strickland as Marie Foster
- Reese Witherspoon as Danielle "Dani" Trant
- Jason London as Court Foster
- Emily Warfield as Maureen Trant
- Bentley Mitchum as Billy Sanders
- Ernie Lively as Will Sanders
- Dennis Letts as Doc White
- Earleen Bergeron as Mrs. Sanders
The Man in the Moon FAQ
Is The Man in the Moon good?
The Man in the Moon has an 83% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 345 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Man in the Moon?
In the US you can stream The Man in the Moon on Fubo, Philo and MGM+, watch it free with ads on YouTube Free, Plex and Tubi and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Man in the Moon OK for kids?
The Man in the Moon is rated PG-13. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that The Man in the Moon is a PG-13 coming-of-age drama involving first love, a skinny-dipping scene, and a fatal accident.
What movies are like The Man in the Moon?
If you liked The Man in the Moon, try A Streetcar Named Desire, Charlie St. Cloud, Dirty Dancing and The Best of Me.