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Racing with the Moon

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1984 | 108 min | Drama, Romance

Weeknight Watchearly rating

Why it’s a Weeknight Watch

With a lukewarm 6.3 out of 10 from audiences and a box office loss, it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for romantics.
The mood
Warm and romantic.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 48 min.
What might put you off
Rated PG. Worth a look first if you have very young kids.

In a small coastal California town, Henry and Nicky are pals from blue collar families with only a short time before they ship off to World War II. Henry begins romancing new-to-town Caddie Winger, believing her to be wealthy. Mischievous and irresponsible, Nicky gets into trouble which forces the other two to become involved, testing their relationship, as well as the friendship between the boys.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsSolid

    60% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesBelow par

    6.3 out of 10

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Box office & staying powerBelow par

    $6 million worldwide on a $9 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactBelow par

    About 34K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Richard Benjamin

  • Sean PennHenry 'Hopper' Nash
  • Nicolas CageNicky / Bud
  • Elizabeth McGovernCaddie Winger
  • John KarlenMr. Nash
  • Rutanya AldaMrs. Nash
  • Max ShowalterMr. Arthur, Piano Teacher
  • Crispin GloverGatsby Boy
  • Barbara HowardGatsby Girl
  • Bob MaroffAl
  • Carol KaneAnnie the Hooker