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Man on the Moon (1999)

“Hello, my name is Andy and this is my movie.”

7.2/10 · 2,051 votes 1h 58m r ComedyDramaHistory

#30 of 105 films from 1999 #548 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Miloš Forman · Written by Scott Alexander, Larry Karaszewski

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Overview

The story of the life and career of eccentric avant-garde comedian, Andy Kaufman.

Cast

Jim Carreyas Andy Kaufman / Tony Clifton
Danny DeVitoas George Shapiro
Courtney Loveas Lynne Margulies
Paul Giamattias Bob Zmuda
Vincent Schiavellias Maynard Smith
Peter Bonerzas Ed Weinberger
Jerry Lawleras Himself
Gerry Beckeras Stanley Kaufman
Leslie Lylesas Janice Kaufman
Greyson Erik Pendryas Little Michael Kaufman
Brittany Colonnaas Baby Carol Kaufman
Bobby Borielloas Little Andy Kaufman
George Shapiroas Mr. Besserman
Budd Friedmanas Himself

Facts

Release dateDecember 22, 1999
Runtime118 min (1h 58m) — about the same as the 1999 average of 110 min
GenresComedy, Drama, History
LanguageEN
Budget$82,000,000
Box office$47,434,430 (0.6× budget)
IMDbtt0125664

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Questions

How long is Man on the Moon?
Man on the Moon runs 118 minutes (1h 58m).
Is Man on the Moon worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.2/10 across 2,051 votes, which places it #30 of 105 films released in 1999 in this index (top 72%) and #548 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Man on the Moon?
Man on the Moon was directed by Miloš Forman. Other well-rated titles by the same director: One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975), Amadeus (1984), Hair (1979).
Who stars in Man on the Moon?
Jim Carrey as Andy Kaufman / Tony Clifton; Danny DeVito as George Shapiro; Courtney Love as Lynne Margulies; Paul Giamatti as Bob Zmuda; Vincent Schiavelli as Maynard Smith; Peter Bonerz as Ed Weinberger.
What is Man on the Moon rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Man on the Moon?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/2847.

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