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6.2 / 10(2,311 votes)IMDbPG19792h 6m$210.3M Worldwide GrossFrance, United Kingdom

Moonraker

“Where all the other Bonds end… this one begins!”

Synopsis

After Drax Industries' Moonraker space shuttle is hijacked, secret agent James Bond is assigned to investigate, traveling to California to meet the company's owner, the mysterious Hugo Drax. With the help of scientist Dr. Holly Goodhead, Bond soon uncovers Drax's nefarious plans for humanity, all the while fending off an old nemesis, Jaws, and venturing to Venice, Rio, the Amazon...and even outer space.

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Moonraker (1979) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]

Type: Trailer • Published 2019-11-10

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

June 26, 1979

Wide Cinema Exhibition

4K UHD / Blu-ray Debut

May 16, 2000

Physical Home Media

Financials & Box Office Performance

ReleasedBlockbuster Success (6.19x ROI)

Production Budget

$34M

Filming & production cost

Worldwide Gross

$210.3M

Total global ticket sales

Box Office Return

6.19x

+$176.3M net gain

Theatrical Status

Mega Hit

Box office tier

Budget: $34MWorldwide: $210.3M

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Lewis Gilbert
Screenplay & Story
Christopher Wood
Original Score
John Barry
Original Title
Moonraker
Country of Origin
France, United Kingdom
Spoken Languages
English, Italian
Runtime
2h 6m
Production Budget
$34M
Worldwide Gross
$210.3M
Production Studios
EON Productions, Les Productions Artistes Associés

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Lewis Gilbert

Screenplay & Story

Christopher Wood, Ian Fleming

Original Score & Music

John Barry

Director of Photography

Jean Tournier

Film Editing

John Glen

Producers

Albert R. Broccoli, William P. Cartlidge, Michael G. Wilson

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:Ian Fleming

Department Leadership Roster

Lewis Gilbert

Lewis Gilbert

Director

Christopher Wood

Christopher Wood

Screenplay

Albert R. Broccoli

Albert R. Broccoli

Producer

William P. Cartlidge

Producer

Jean Tournier

Director of Photography

John Glen

John Glen

Editor

Ken Adam

Ken Adam

Production Design

Jacques Fonteray

Costume Design

John Barry

John Barry

Original Music Composer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: PG

PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.

International Certification Matrix

Australia (ACB)PG

Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.

Germany (FSK)12

FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.

France (CNC)12

Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.

United Kingdom (BBFC)PG

Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.

United States (MPAA)PG

Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Moonraker.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Moonraker

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Moonraker about?

After Drax Industries' Moonraker space shuttle is hijacked, secret agent James Bond is assigned to investigate, traveling to California to meet the company's owner, the mysterious Hugo Drax. With the help of scientist Dr. Holly Goodhead, Bond soon uncovers Drax's nefarious plans for humanity, all the while fending off an old nemesis, Jaws, and venturing to Venice, Rio, the Amazon...and even outer space.

Who directed Moonraker?

Moonraker was directed by Lewis Gilbert.

Who stars in Moonraker?

The principal cast of Moonraker includes Roger Moore, Lois Chiles, Michael Lonsdale, Richard Kiel, Corinne Cléry.

When was Moonraker released and how long is it?

Moonraker was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 2h 6m.

What was the box office and production budget of Moonraker?

Moonraker had a reported production budget of $34M and grossed $210.3M at the worldwide box office (6.19 return on budget, classified as a blockbuster success).

Who composed the musical score for Moonraker?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Moonraker was composed by John Barry.

Is Moonraker based on a book or true story?

Moonraker is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Ian Fleming".

What is the age rating and content advisory for Moonraker?

Moonraker holds official age classifications: AU: PG (Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.); DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); FR: 12 (Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.); GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).