The Moon Is Down 1943
Set against the stark beauty of a small Norwegian village, *The Moon Is Down (1943)* dramatizes the quiet defiance of an occupied town resisting German forces during World War II.
Director: Irving Pichel
Cast
Cedric Hardwicke
Col. Lanser
Henry Travers
Mayor Orden
Lee J. Cobb
Dr. Albert Winter
Dorris Bowdon
Molly Morden
Margaret Wycherly
Mme. Sarah Orden
Peter van Eyck
Lt. Tonder
William Post Jr.
Alex Morden
Henry Rowland
Capt. Loft
E.J. Ballantine
George Corell
Richard Abbott
Villager (uncredited)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Moon Is Down (1943) about?
This wartime drama follows a small Norwegian town occupied by German forces during World War II, exploring how ordinary people resist oppression with quiet determination rather than open rebellion.
Who directed The Moon Is Down?
Irving Pichel directed this gripping historical drama, bringing Steinbeck's novel to life with a focus on moral and practical resistance.
Who stars in The Moon Is Down?
The film features Cedric Hardwicke, Henry Travers, Lee J. Cobb, Dorris Bowdon, and Margaret Wycherly in key roles.
Is The Moon Is Down (1943) worth watching?
While unrated on IMDb, *The Moon Is Down* offers a compelling look at WWII resistance through Steinbeck's lens and Pichel's direction, making it worth a watch for fans of historical dramas.
How long is The Moon Is Down?
The film runs for 90 minutes.
About The Moon Is Down (1943) — A Classic WWII Drama of Resistance and Courage
Set against the stark beauty of a small Norwegian village, *The Moon Is Down (1943)* dramatizes the quiet defiance of an occupied town resisting German forces during World War II. Directed by Irving Pichel, this historical drama draws its power from Steinbeck's novel, weaving themes of courage and resilience into a tense narrative. The film captures the claustrophobic atmosphere of resistance as civilians navigate moral dilemmas under oppressive rule.
Cedric Hardwicke leads a cast including Henry Travers and Lee J. Cobb in portraying the clash between occupiers and the unyielding spirit of the locals. With its focus on psychological warfare and everyday heroism, *The Moon Is Down* balances historical grit with a stirring meditation on freedom and solidarity. The battle here isn't just won with guns—it's won through the unbreakable will of a community standing together.
