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Racing with the Moon (1984)

It was 1943. And young men were counting the days before they went off to war...

  • Mar 23, 1984
  • 1h 48m
  • PG

6.3/10

TMDB user score
101 votes on TMDB

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About This Movie

Racing with the Moon is a 1984 drama and romance film directed by Richard Benjamin. Its leading cast includes Sean Penn, Nicolas Cage and Elizabeth McGovern. It runs for 1 hour 48 minutes.

Synopsis

In a small coastal California town, Henry and Nicky are pals from blue collar families with only a short time before they ship off to World War II. Henry begins romancing new-to-town Caddie Winger, believing her to be wealthy. Mischievous and irresponsible, Nicky gets into trouble which forces the other two to become involved, testing their relationship, as well as the friendship between the boys.

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Before You Pick

Time needed
1 hour 48 minutes
Age rating (US)
PG
Language
English
Audience signal
6.3/10 from 101 TMDB votes

Official Trailer

Official Trailer · plays from YouTube

Where to Watch Racing with the Moon

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Cast

  • Sean Penn Henry 'Hopper' Nash
  • Nicolas Cage Nicky / Bud
  • Elizabeth McGovern Caddie Winger
  • John Karlen Mr. Nash
  • Rutanya Alda Mrs. Nash
  • Max Showalter Mr. Arthur, Piano Teacher
  • Crispin Glover Gatsby Boy
  • Barbara Howard Gatsby Girl
  • Bob Maroff Al
  • Carol Kane Annie the Hooker
  • Dominic Nardini Soldier with Annie
  • John Brandon Mr. Kaiser
  • Eve Brent Mrs. Kaiser
  • Suzanne Adkinson Sally Kaiser
  • Shawn Schepps Gretchen
  • Charles Miller Arnie
  • Patricia Allison Mrs. Spangler
  • Al Hopson Elmer

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