---
title: "Fly Me to the Moon"
year: 2008
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/fly-me-to-the-moon-2008"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 13956
imdb_id: "tt0486321"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 81
community_rating: 5.0
vote_count: 199
content_rating: "G"
---

# Fly Me to the Moon (2008) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/fly-me-to-the-moon-2008

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Fly Me to the Moon is a 2008 animated science fiction comedy film directed by Ben Stassen and written by Domonic Paris. The film follows three young houseflies who stow away aboard the Apollo 11 flight to the moon.

Its cultural significance lies in being the first ever animated movie created for 3D. The film delivers an alternative version of the space-age events with a G rating and a runtime of one hour and twenty-one minutes.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Three young houseflies stow away aboard the historic Apollo 11 flight to the moon."

### Why Watch
- It is the first ever animated movie created for 3D.
- It features a unique animated science fiction comedy take on the Apollo 11 moon landing.
- It has a brisk runtime of one hour and twenty-one minutes.

### Caveats & Content Note
- Trailers might make it look merely cute rather than clever to some viewers.
- Tone & Suitability: The tone is adventurous and comedic, pacing is brisk at 1h 21m, and it is rated G for general audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #animated-feature, #science-fiction-comedy, #apollo-11-mission, #space-exploration, #family-film, #digital-3d, #stowaway-adventure

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Lionsgate+ Amazon Channel, Starz Apple TV channel, Kartoon Channel Amazon Channel | The Roku Channel, YouTube Free | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Hoopla | CosmoGo, YouTube, Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Ben Stassen
- **Networks / Studios**: uFilm, nWave Pictures, Illuminata Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Tim Curry** as *Yegor (voice)*
- **Robert Patrick** as *Louie (voice)*
- **Kelly Ripa** as *Nat's Mom (voice)*
- **Trevor Gagnon** as *Nat (voice)*
- **Philip Bolden** as *I.Q. (voice)*
- **Nicollette Sheridan** as *Nadia (voice)*
- **Ed Begley Jr.** as *Poopchev (voice)*
- **David Gore** as *Scooter (voice)*
- **Christopher Lloyd** as *Amos (voice)*
- **Adrienne Barbeau** as *Scooters Mom (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where to stream Fly Me to the Moon (2008)?
Streaming availability details are not provided in the sources.

### Q: Is Fly Me to the Moon (2008) worth watching?
It is described as a smarter-than-it-sounds, space-age animated comedy that stands as the first ever animated movie created for 3D.

### Q: What is the binge duration for Fly Me to the Moon (2008)?
The film has a total runtime of one hour and twenty-one minutes.

### Q: What are the essential episodes of Fly Me to the Moon (2008)?
Fly Me to the Moon is a feature film rather than a series with episodes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Fly Me to the Moon — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/13956)
- [Fly Me to the Moon (2008 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fly_Me_to_the_Moon_(2008_film))
- [Fly Me to the Moon (2008) - Cast & Crew - The Movie Database ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/13956-fly-me-to-the-moon/cast)
- [Fly Me to the Moon (2008 film) - Wikiwand](https://www.wikiwand.com/en/Fly_Me_to_the_Moon_(2008_film))
- [Film Review: "Fly Me to the Moon"](https://www.universetoday.com/articles/film-review-fly-me-to-the-moon)
- ['Fly Me to the Moon' Review: Romance Burns With a Rocket's Red Glare](https://variety.com/)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*