Music and songs. A girl who has lost her mum. A cute rabbit friend. A space adventure. Netflix’s animated musical Over The Moon ticks every box for a family movie night, and it’s been a firm favourite with kids since it landed on the platform.
If you’re looking for a colourful, big-hearted film to watch together on a rainy afternoon, here’s everything you need to know about Over The Moon.
What Is Over The Moon About?
Over The Moon tells the story of a girl named Fei Fei. Her mother, now deceased, used to tell her tales of Chinese mythology, including the adventures of the Moon goddess, Chang’e.
Now that Fei Fei’s father is considering remarrying, Fei Fei is finding it hard to adjust to the idea of a new mum and stepbrother.
So she decides to build a rocket ship to fly to the moon in search of Chang’e, to prove the goddess is real. Fei Fei is a brilliant example of a STEM-minded kid (and a girl leading the charge!). Her determination is fuelled by the adults around her who tell her Chang’e isn’t real.
Her journey to the colourful world of Lunaria forces her to accept change and rediscover joy. There she ends up on an unexpected quest and discovers a whimsical land of fantastical creatures — and finds Chang’e, who has apparently taken up a pop career!
Meet The Makers Of Over The Moon
The director is Glen Keane, a longtime Disney animator and Oscar winner for Dear Basketball.
Pearl Studio, also behind Abominable, produced the movie.
The cast has an impressive line-up including Sandra Oh, Cathy Ang, Phillipa Soo and Margaret Cho.
With a musical score by Steven Price, and songs by Christopher Curtis, Marjorie Duffield and Helen Park, there are plenty of catchy tunes for the whole family to enjoy.
Over The Moon was released on Netflix in October 2020 and remains available to stream on the platform.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Over The Moon?
Over The Moon is available to stream on Netflix.
Who stars in Over The Moon?
The film features the voices of Sandra Oh, Cathy Ang, Phillipa Soo and Margaret Cho, with a musical score by Steven Price and songs by Christopher Curtis, Marjorie Duffield and Helen Park.
Is Over The Moon suitable for younger children?
It’s an animated family musical aimed at kids, though as with any film touching on the loss of a parent, some younger children may need a little reassurance during the emotional moments.
Who made Over The Moon?
It was directed by Glen Keane, an Oscar-winning animator, and produced by Pearl Studio, the team behind Abominable.
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