Moonrise
1948, English. Directed by Frank Borzage.
HER ARMS...HER LOVE...HIS ONLY ESCAPE FROM A HERITAGE OF HATE!
Stigmatized from infancy by the fate of his criminal father, a man is bruised and bullied until one night, in a fit of rage, he kills his most persistent tormentor. As the police close in around him, he makes a desperate bid for the love of the dead man’s girlfriend, a schoolteacher who sees the wounded soul behind his aggression.
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.4/10 from 80 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Moonrise
Moonrise isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online.
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Cast & crew
- Frank BorzageDirector
- Dane ClarkDanny Hawkins
- Gail RussellGilly Johnson
- Ethel BarrymoreGrandma
- Allyn JoslynClem Otis
- Rex IngramMose
- Harry MorganBilly Scripture
- David StreetKen Williams
- Selena RoyleAunt Jessie
- Harry Carey Jr.Jimmy Biff
- Irving BaconJudd Jenkins
- Lloyd BridgesJerry Sykes
- Houseley StevensonUncle Joe Jingle
Details
- Released
- 1 October 1948
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Charles F. Haas
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Moonrise: quick answers
Is Moonrise worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.4/10 from 80 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Moonrise?
Moonrise runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
Does Moonrise have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Moonrise. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Moonrise parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Moonrise is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Moonrise on?
Moonrise isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
What movies are like Moonrise?
If you liked Moonrise, try The Judge, The Lovely Bones, Hamlet.
Who directed Moonrise?
Moonrise (1948) was directed by Frank Borzage and stars Dane Clark, Gail Russell, Ethel Barrymore.