Moonchild (1974): cast, story & where to watch

1974 · Film · ★ 1.7

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Released in 1974, Moonchild is a drama, horror and science fiction film directed by Alan Gadney, running about 90 minutes. “Racing towards his final exorcism!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A young artists spends the night at a mysterious inn, where he meets a group of strange, sullen people, among them the innkeeper's beautiful daughter. What he doesn't know is that he has wandered into a kind of spiritual void, and the inn's residents are engaging in a battle over his soul.

Who’s in it. Moonchild stars Victor Buono as Maitre D', John Carradine as Mr. Walker, William Challee as Alchemist and Janet Landgard as Girl, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 1.7/10, Moonchild has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Moonchild page.

If you liked it. Fans of Moonchild tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Moonchild (1974)?
In US, Moonchild is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Moonchild worth watching?
Moonchild holds an audience score of 1.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, horror and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Moonchild?
Moonchild stars Victor Buono, John Carradine, William Challee, Janet Landgard and Pat Renella.
When was Moonchild released?
Moonchild was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.