The Moonshine War
“The 18th amendment prohibited drinking. It didn't say a word about killing, double-crossing or blowing things up.”
Synopsis
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.
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Preview Clip | The Moonshine War | Warner Archive
Type: Clip • Published 2014-08-18
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Patrick McGoohan
Frank Long
Richard Widmark
Dr. Emmett Taulbee
Alan Alda
John W. (Son) Martin
Melodie Johnson
Lizann Simpson
Will Geer
Mr. Baylor
Joe Williams
Aaron
Susanne Zenor
Miley Mitchell
Lee Hazlewood
Dual Metters
Max Showalter
Mr. Worthman
Harry Carey Jr.
Arley Stamper
Tom Nolan
Lowell
Dick Peabody
Boyd Caswell
John Schuck
E.J. Royce
Bo Hopkins
Bud Blackwell
Charles Tyner
Mr. McClendon
Teri Garr
Young Wife
Claude Johnson
Young Man
Dick Crockett
Carl
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 30, 1970
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Richard Quine
- Screenplay & Story
- Elmore Leonard
- Original Score
- Fred Karger
- Original Title
- The Moonshine War
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Filmways Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Richard Quine
Elmore Leonard
Fred Karger
Richard H. Kline
Allan Jacobs
Martin Ransohoff
Department Leadership Roster
Richard Quine
Director
Elmore Leonard
Screenplay
Fred Karger
Original Music Composer
Edmund Kara
Costume Design
Martin Ransohoff
Producer
Allan Jacobs
Editor
Richard H. Kline
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Moonshine War
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What is The Moonshine War about?
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.
Who directed The Moonshine War?
The Moonshine War was directed by Richard Quine.
Who stars in The Moonshine War?
The principal cast of The Moonshine War includes Patrick McGoohan, Richard Widmark, Alan Alda, Melodie Johnson, Will Geer.
When was The Moonshine War released and how long is it?
The Moonshine War was released in 1970 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for The Moonshine War?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Moonshine War was composed by Fred Karger.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Moonshine War?
The Moonshine War holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).