Moonlighting
Synopsis
A Polish contractor, Nowak, leads a group of workmen to London so they can provide cheap labor for a government official based there. Nowak has to manage the project and the men as they encounter the tempations of the West and loneliness and separation from their families. Nowak is the only one of the group who speaks English, and he uses this as a tool over his team. When the unrest in Poland leads to a military takeover, Nowak is faced with a much more difficult situation than he expected.
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Moonlighting (1982) Original Trailer [HD]
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Jeremy Irons
Nowak
Eugene Lipinski
Banaszak
Jiří Stanislav
Wolski
Eugeniusz Haczkiewicz
Kudaj
Denis Holmes
Neighbor
David Calder
Supermarket Manager
Trevor Cooper
Hire Shop Man
David Gant
Aquascutum Assistant
Jenifer Landor
Aquascutum Shoplifter
Kenny Ireland
Timber Man
Fred Lee Own
Chinese Man
Michael Sarne
Builders' Merchant
Jenny Seagrove
Anna
Renu Setna
Junk Shop Owner
Judy Gridley
Supermarket Supervisor
Claire Toeman
Supermarket Cashier
Catherine Harding
Lady Shoplifter
Jill Johnson
Supermarket Assistant
Release History & Theatrical Window
Toronto International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
September 26, 1982
Wide Cinema Exhibition
November 19, 2002
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jerzy Skolimowski
- Screenplay & Story
- Jerzy Skolimowski
- Original Score
- Stanley Myers
- Original Title
- Moonlighting
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English, Polish
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Studios
- Michael White Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jerzy Skolimowski
Jerzy Skolimowski, Barrie Vince
Stanley Myers
Tony Pierce-Roberts
Barrie Vince
Jerzy Skolimowski, Mark Shivas, Michael White
Department Leadership Roster
Jerzy Skolimowski
Director
Jerzy Skolimowski
Producer
Mark Shivas
Producer
Michael White
Producer
Tony Pierce-Roberts
Director of Photography
Barrie Vince
Editor
Jane Robinson
Costume Design
Tony Woollard
Production Design
Jerzy Skolimowski
Screenplay
Stanley Myers
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Moonlighting
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What is Moonlighting about?
A Polish contractor, Nowak, leads a group of workmen to London so they can provide cheap labor for a government official based there. Nowak has to manage the project and the men as they encounter the tempations of the West and loneliness and separation from their families. Nowak is the only one of the group who speaks English, and he uses this as a tool over his team. When the unrest in Poland leads to a military takeover, Nowak is faced with a much more difficult situation than he expected.
Who directed Moonlighting?
Moonlighting was directed by Jerzy Skolimowski.
Who stars in Moonlighting?
The principal cast of Moonlighting includes Jeremy Irons, Eugene Lipinski, Jiří Stanislav, Eugeniusz Haczkiewicz, Denis Holmes.
When was Moonlighting released and how long is it?
Moonlighting was released in 1982 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
Who composed the musical score for Moonlighting?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Moonlighting was composed by Stanley Myers.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Moonlighting?
Moonlighting holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).