The Twilight Saga: New Moon (2009)
The second chapter of the Twilight Saga plunges Bella Swan into heartbreak, danger, and a centuries-old war between vampires and werewolves.
The Twilight Saga: New Moon - Movie Information
- Original Title: The Twilight Saga: New Moon
- Release Year: 2009
- Directed by: Chris Weitz
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Adventure, Fantasy, Drama, Romance
- Age Rating (US): PG-13
- Runtime: 2h 11m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English, Italian
- Release Date (Theatrical): November 18, 2009 (Belgium - 14), November 20, 2009 (United States - PG-13), November 20, 2009 (Canada), November 20, 2009 (United Kingdom - 12A), November 25, 2009 (Germany - 12), November 18, 2009 (France - 12), November 19, 2009 (Australia - M), November 20, 2009 (Brazil - 12), November 18, 2009 (Italy - T), November 18, 2009 (Spain - 12), December 2, 2009 (South Korea - 12)
- Alternative Titles: Сумерки. Сага. Новолуние (RU), ملحمة "توايلايت": قمر جديد (AE), 트와일라잇 2: 뉴 문 (KR), 吸血新世纪2：新月传奇 (CN), Twilight Saga 2 - New Moon (US), The Twilight Saga - New Moon (IT), Twilight - Biss zur Mittagsstunde (DE), New Moon (UK)
- Production Companies: Summit Entertainment, Temple Hill Entertainment, Maverick Films, Imprint Entertainment, Sunswept Entertainment
- Production Countries: United States of America
The Twilight Saga: New Moon - Plot
Forks, Washington resident Bella Swan is reeling from the departure of her vampire love, Edward Cullen, and finds comfort in her friendship with Jacob Black, a werewolf. But before she knows it, she's thrust into a centuries-old conflict, and her desire to be with Edward at any cost leads her to take greater and greater risks.
The Twilight Saga: New Moon - Trailer
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Forbidden to remember. Terrified to forget.
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The Twilight Saga: New Moon - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Chris Weitz
Main Cast
- Kristen Stewart
- Robert Pattinson
- Taylor Lautner
- Dakota Fanning
- Michael Sheen
- Ashley Greene
- Rachelle Lefevre
- Billy Burke
- Peter Facinelli
- Elizabeth Reaser
Writers
- Melissa Rosenberg
Producers
- Wyck Godfrey
- Kerry Kohansky-Roberts
- Karen Rosenfelt
The Twilight Saga: New Moon - FAQs
Where can you stream The Twilight Saga: New Moon?
The Twilight Saga: New Moon is available to stream on Max (HBO Max). It can also be rented or purchased on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Plex. Availability may vary by region.
Why does Edward leave Bella in New Moon?
Edward leaves Bella at the start of New Moon to protect her from the dangers of the vampire world. After a birthday incident where Bella is injured, he concludes that her involvement with him puts her life at constant risk, prompting his painful decision to walk away.
Is The Twilight Saga: New Moon based on a book?
Yes, New Moon is based on the 2006 novel of the same name by Stephenie Meyer, the second book in her Twilight Saga series. The screenplay was adapted by Melissa Rosenberg, who also wrote the script for the first Twilight film.
Who are the main actors in New Moon?
The main cast includes Kristen Stewart as Bella Swan, Robert Pattinson as Edward Cullen, and Taylor Lautner as Jacob Black. Supporting roles are filled by Dakota Fanning, Michael Sheen, Ashley Greene, Billy Burke, Peter Facinelli, and Elizabeth Reaser.
What is the age rating for The Twilight Saga: New Moon?
The Twilight Saga: New Moon is rated PG-13 in the United States. The rating reflects some violence, brief sensuality, and thematic elements. In the UK it carries a 12A certificate, while Germany and several other countries rated it 12.
How long is The Twilight Saga: New Moon?
The Twilight Saga: New Moon has a runtime of 2 hours and 11 minutes (131 minutes). It is slightly longer than the first Twilight film and features an expanded storyline that introduces the Volturi vampire clan and deepens Jacob Black's werewolf arc.
Who directed The Twilight Saga: New Moon?
New Moon was directed by Chris Weitz, who took over from Catherine Hardwicke, the director of the original Twilight. Weitz is known for his work on About a Boy and The Golden Compass, bringing a more expansive visual style to the sequel.
How much did New Moon earn at the box office?
The Twilight Saga: New Moon earned approximately $709.8 million worldwide against a production budget of $50 million, making it a massive commercial success. It broke several opening weekend records at the time of its release in November 2009.
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