
The Moon Is Blue(1953)
“From the Sensational Stage Hit That Ran 3 years on Broadway!”
Overview
Two aging playboys are both after the same attractive young woman, but she fends them off by claiming that she plans to remain a virgin until her wedding night. Both men determine to find a way around her objections.
Director
Otto Preminger
Studio
Otto Preminger Films
Budget
$400K
Cast

William Holden
as Donald Gresham

David Niven
as David Slater

Maggie McNamara
as Patty O'Neill

Tom Tully
as Michael O'Neill

Dawn Addams
as Cynthia Slater

Fortunio Bonanova
as Television Performer

Gregory Ratoff
as Taxi Driver

Johannes Heesters
as Tourist (uncredited)

Hardy Krüger
as Tourist (uncredited)

Johanna Matz
as Tourist (uncredited)
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1953
Runtime
1h 39m
Language
English
Rating
6.3 / 10
Budget
$400K
Production Companies
Otto Preminger Films • United Artists
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Moon Is Blue?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Moon Is Blue (1953).
What is The Moon Is Blue about?▼
Two aging playboys are both after the same attractive young woman, but she fends them off by claiming that she plans to remain a virgin until her wedding night. Both men determine to find a way around her objections.
Who directed The Moon Is Blue?▼
The Moon Is Blue was directed by Otto Preminger and released in 1953. It is a comedy, romance film.
How long is The Moon Is Blue?▼
The Moon Is Blue has a runtime of 1 hours and 39 minutes (99 minutes total).
Who stars in The Moon Is Blue?▼
The cast of The Moon Is Blue includes William Holden as Donald Gresham, David Niven as David Slater, Maggie McNamara as Patty O'Neill, Tom Tully as Michael O'Neill, Dawn Addams as Cynthia Slater and more.
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