The Moonshine War
1970, English. Directed by Richard Quine.
The 18th amendment prohibited drinking. It didn't say a word about killing, double-crossing or blowing things up.
A federal agent attempts to make some real money before the alcohol ban is lifted so he sets his sights on the whiskey cache of an old army buddy.
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Cast & crew
- Richard QuineDirector
- Patrick McGoohanFrank Long
- Richard WidmarkDr. Emmett Taulbee
- Alan AldaJohn W. (Son) Martin
- Melodie JohnsonLizann Simpson
- Will GeerMr. Baylor
- Joe WilliamsAaron
- Susanne ZenorMiley Mitchell
- Lee HazlewoodDual Metters
- Max ShowalterMr. Worthman
- Harry Carey Jr.Arley Stamper
- Tom NolanLowell
- Dick PeabodyBoyd Caswell
Details
- Released
- 30 June 1970
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Elmore Leonard
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What The Moonshine War is based on
The Moonshine War is based on The Moonshine War (1969) by Elmore Leonard.
1969
The Moonshine War
By Elmore Leonard
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The Moonshine War: quick answers
Is The Moonshine War worth watching?
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How long is The Moonshine War?
The Moonshine War runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Does The Moonshine War have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Moonshine War. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Moonshine War parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Moonshine War is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Moonshine War on?
The Moonshine War isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 30 June 1970. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Moonshine War?
If you liked The Moonshine War, try Rush Hour 3, Stark Raving Mad, Johnny Dangerously.
Who directed The Moonshine War?
The Moonshine War (1970) was directed by Richard Quine and stars Patrick McGoohan, Richard Widmark, Alan Alda.
What is The Moonshine War based on?
The Moonshine War is based on The Moonshine War (1969) by Elmore Leonard.