Directed by:
Richard BenjaminScreenplay:
Steve KlovesCinematography:
John BaileyComposer:
Dave GrusinCast:
Sean Penn, Elizabeth McGovern, Nicolas Cage, John Karlen, Rutanya Alda, Michael Talbott, Max Showalter, Crispin Glover, Eve Brent, Michael Madsen, Dana Carvey (more)VOD (1)
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RACING WITH THE MOON tells the story of small town pals, Henry "Hopper" Nash (Penn) and Nicky (Cage) enjoying their last boyish exploits before they enter the Marines during World War II. Henry begins a new romance, while Nicky gets himself into trouble and involves Henry and his new love interest. What ensues is the ultimate test of friendship. (official distributor synopsis)
(more)Cast
Sean Penn
USA
Best movies:
The Game (1997)
Carlito's Way (1993)
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Elizabeth McGovern
USA
Best movies:
Once Upon a Time in America (1984)
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Nicolas Cage
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John Karlen
USA
Best movies:
Racing with the Moon (1984)
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Rutanya Alda
Soviet Union
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Michael Talbott
USA
Best movies:
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Racing with the Moon (1984)
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Max Showalter
USA
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Crispin Glover
USA
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Eve Brent
USA
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Michael Madsen
USA
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Dana Carvey
USA
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Carol Kane
USA
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Michael Schoeffling
USA
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Barbara Howard
USA
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Racing with the Moon (1984)
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Scott McGinnis
USA
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Racing with the Moon (1984)
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Victor Rendina
USA
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Suzanne Adkinson
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Walter Mathews
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Page Hannah
USA
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Racing with the Moon (1984)
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Arnold Johnson
USA
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