{"product_id":"the-mouse-on-the-moon-1963-movie-poster-original-vintage-daybill","title":"THE MOUSE ON THE MOON (1963) Movie Poster, Original Vintage Daybill","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE MOUSE ON THE MOON (1963) Movie Poster, Original Vintage Daybill starring Margaret Rutherford, Ron Moody and Bernard Cribbins, directed by Richard Lester is in Fine- condition.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovie Poster and Condition.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis poster is presented in\u003cstrong\u003e Fine- condition\u003c\/strong\u003e with 2 Daybill folds as issued, 4 neat pin holes, a small hole on the right hand side middle, 5 cm length paper loss above the 1st fold. This authentic \u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Australian Daybill movie poster\u003c\/strong\u003e for \u003cstrong\u003eTHE MOUSE ON THE MOON (1963)\u003c\/strong\u003e remains a highly desirable collectible from the golden era of British comedy cinema. Despite the noted signs of age and cinema use, the poster still displays very well and retains strong visual appeal, making it an excellent addition for collectors of \u003cstrong\u003evintage movie posters\u003c\/strong\u003e, classic British films, and science-fiction comedy memorabilia. Australian Daybill posters are particularly sought after internationally due to their unique format and comparatively limited survival rate, especially for cult comedy titles from the 1960s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovie Synopsis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE MOUSE ON THE MOON (1963)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a charming and wonderfully eccentric British comedy directed by acclaimed filmmaker \u003cstrong\u003eRichard Lester\u003c\/strong\u003e, best known for later directing \u003cstrong\u003eA Hard Day’s Night (1964)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eHelp! (1965)\u003c\/strong\u003e starring The Beatles. The film is the third entry in the popular “Mouse” trilogy, following \u003cstrong\u003eThe Mouse That Roared (1959)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eThe Mouse on the Moon\u003c\/strong\u003e continues the satirical adventures of the tiny fictional European nation of Grand Fenwick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet during the height of the Cold War and the international space race between the United States and the Soviet Union, the story follows the impoverished Duchy of Grand Fenwick as it unexpectedly becomes involved in the race to the moon. When Grand Fenwick discovers that foreign aid funding is being distributed to nations with active space programs, the tiny country decides to launch its own ambitious lunar mission despite having almost no scientific resources, modern technology, or realistic chance of success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat follows is a hilarious series of misunderstandings, political satire, and absurd situations as the tiny nation somehow manages to compete against the world’s superpowers. Using improvised technology and plenty of determination, the people of Grand Fenwick stumble their way toward an unlikely place in history. The film cleverly satirises Cold War politics, bureaucracy, and the intense media frenzy surrounding the real-life race to space during the early 1960s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe movie features an outstanding ensemble cast led by legendary British actress \u003cstrong\u003eMargaret Rutherford\u003c\/strong\u003e, whose distinctive comedic style made her one of Britain’s most beloved performers. The cast also includes \u003cstrong\u003eRon Moody\u003c\/strong\u003e, famous for his unforgettable portrayal of Fagin in \u003cstrong\u003eOliver! (1968)\u003c\/strong\u003e, alongside popular British actor and comedian \u003cstrong\u003eBernard Cribbins\u003c\/strong\u003e, whose long career later included appearances in \u003cstrong\u003eDoctor Who\u003c\/strong\u003e. Their performances contribute enormously to the film’s quirky humour and enduring cult appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirector \u003cstrong\u003eRichard Lester\u003c\/strong\u003e brought an energetic and unconventional visual style to the production, helping distinguish the film from more traditional British comedies of the period. His fast-paced editing, inventive camera work, and playful sense of humour would later become highly influential in both comedy and music filmmaking. \u003cstrong\u003eTHE MOUSE ON THE MOON\u003c\/strong\u003e perfectly captures Lester’s early creative style while delivering clever satire that remains entertaining decades later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReleased at a time when public fascination with space exploration was at an all-time high, the film successfully blended \u003cstrong\u003escience-fiction comedy\u003c\/strong\u003e with political parody. Audiences of the era were captivated by stories involving rockets, astronauts, and lunar exploration, and the film cleverly used these themes to create a light-hearted and uniquely British comedy adventure. Today, it is fondly remembered by fans of classic cinema for its wit, charm, and nostalgic depiction of 1960s space-race optimism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal cinema posters for \u003cstrong\u003eTHE MOUSE ON THE MOON (1963)\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly Australian Daybills, are increasingly difficult to locate and are highly prized among collectors of \u003cstrong\u003eclassic British comedy movie posters\u003c\/strong\u003e, vintage science-fiction memorabilia, and Richard Lester film collectibles. This genuine theatrical poster represents a wonderful opportunity to own an authentic piece of cinema history from one of the most entertaining satirical comedies of the 1960s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt0057328\/\" title=\"THE MOUSE ON THE MOON (1963) - to find out more about the movie, posters, and movie trailers, go to IMDB.com\"\u003eTo find out more about THE MOUSE ON THE MOON (1963) click here to go to IMDB.com.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Notes.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImages may have a small 'MPA' digital watermark and this does not appear on the poster. Posters are being held by magnets in the corners to take photographs, so you may see some magnet and shadows from the magnets in these areas. The magnets are not included in the sale of the item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePostage, Insurance \u0026amp; Your Country Taxes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePostage costs are quoted for this item, include insurance up to AUD$100, but if you reside outside of Australia, the price does not include any import taxes\/fees that you may be required to pay when the item reaches your borders. Please check with your local authorities for any additional taxes or fees. If you would like full insurance coverage for your purchase, please message me and I would be happy to quote the additional cost (estimate is AUD$2.50 p\/AUD$100 or 2.5% of the item value, up to a maximum item value of AUD$5,000).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Movie Posters Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41105712578624,"sku":"MSONTHEMN-63-DB-FLD","price":49.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/7699\/8464\/files\/themouseonthemoon_1963_DaybillFine-cond.webp?v=1778561080","url":"https:\/\/moviepostersaustralia.com\/products\/the-mouse-on-the-moon-1963-movie-poster-original-vintage-daybill","provider":"Movie Posters Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}