The Stalking Moon
“He comes with the stalking moon. Silently. Relentlessly. And when he comes there is no place to hide.”
Synopsis
While moving a group of Apaches to a Native American reservation in Arizona, an American scout named Sam Varner is surprised to find a white woman, Sarah Carver, living with the tribe. When Sam learns that she was taken captive by an Indian named Salvaje ten years ago, he attempts to escort Sarah and her half-Native American son to his home in New Mexico. However, it soon becomes clear that Salvaje is hot on their trail.
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The Stalking Moon (1968) - trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-02-15
Top Cast
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Gregory Peck
Sam Varner
Eva Marie Saint
Sarah Carver
Robert Forster
Nick Tana
Noland Clay
Boy
Russell Thorson
Ned
Frank Silvera
Major
Lonny Chapman
Purdue
Lou Frizzell
Stationmaster
Henry Beckman
Sgt. Rudabaugh
Charles Tyner
Dace
Richard Bull
Doctor
Sandy Brown Wyeth
Rachel
Joaquín Martínez
Julio
Boyd 'Red' Morgan
Stage Driver Shelby
Nathaniel Narcisco
Salvaje
Richard Farnsworth
Man (uncredited)
James Olson
Cavalry Officer (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 25, 1968
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Mulligan
- Screenplay & Story
- Alvin Sargent
- Original Score
- Fred Karlin
- Original Title
- The Stalking Moon
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 49m
- Production Studios
- National General Pictures, Pakula-Mulligan, National General Production Inc., The Stalking Moon Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Mulligan
Alvin Sargent, Wendell Mayes, Theodore V. Olsen
Fred Karlin
Charles Lang
Aaron Stell
Alan J. Pakula
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Mulligan
Director
Fred Karlin
Original Music Composer
Aaron Stell
Editor
Alan J. Pakula
Producer
Charles Lang
Director of Photography
Alvin Sargent
Screenplay
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Stalking Moon
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What is The Stalking Moon about?
While moving a group of Apaches to a Native American reservation in Arizona, an American scout named Sam Varner is surprised to find a white woman, Sarah Carver, living with the tribe. When Sam learns that she was taken captive by an Indian named Salvaje ten years ago, he attempts to escort Sarah and her half-Native American son to his home in New Mexico. However, it soon becomes clear that Salvaje is hot on their trail.
Who directed The Stalking Moon?
The Stalking Moon was directed by Robert Mulligan.
Who stars in The Stalking Moon?
The principal cast of The Stalking Moon includes Gregory Peck, Eva Marie Saint, Robert Forster, Noland Clay, Russell Thorson.
When was The Stalking Moon released and how long is it?
The Stalking Moon was released in 1968 with a total runtime of 1h 49m.
Who composed the musical score for The Stalking Moon?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Stalking Moon was composed by Fred Karlin.
Is The Stalking Moon based on a book or true story?
The Stalking Moon is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Theodore V. Olsen".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Stalking Moon?
The Stalking Moon holds official age classifications: US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).