---
title: "Paper Moon"
year: 1973
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/paper-moon-1973"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 11293
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 102
community_rating: 7.9
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "PG"
---

# Paper Moon (1973) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/paper-moon-1973

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Paper Moon is a film first released in 1973. Catalogued under Comedy, Crime, Drama. Produced and broadcast by The Directors Company, Saticoy Productions, Paramount Pictures. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A con man and a mysterious girl team up during the Great Depression."

### Why Watch
- Black‑white cinematography adds period charm
- Stars real‑life father and daughter Ryan and Tatum O'Neal
- Mixes humor with a road‑trip crime plot

### Caveats & Content Note
- Black‑and‑white picture may not appeal to all viewers
- Its 1970s style can feel dated to modern audiences
- Tone & Suitability: The PG rating indicates mild language and era‑appropriate themes suitable for most viewers.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: comedy, crime, drama, period

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Peter Bogdanovich
- **Networks / Studios**: The Directors Company, Saticoy Productions, Paramount Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Tatum O'Neal** as *Addie Loggins*
- **Ryan O'Neal** as *Moses Pray*
- **Madeline Kahn** as *Trixie Delight*
- **John Hillerman** as *Deputy Hardin / Jess Hardin*
- **Jessie Lee Fulton** as *Miss Ollie*
- **Noble Willingham** as *Mr. Robertson*
- **Randy Quaid** as *Leroy*
- **P.J. Johnson** as *Imogene*
- **James N. Harrell** as *The Minister*
- **Burton Gilliam** as *Floyd (Desk Clerk)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What time period does Paper Moon take place in?
The story is set during the Great Depression in the United States.

### Q: Who directed Paper Moon?
Peter Bogdanovich directed the film.

### Q: Who are the lead actors?
Ryan O'Neal and his daughter Tatum O'Neal play the main roles.

### Q: What genres describe Paper Moon?
It blends comedy, crime and drama.

### Q: What is the film’s rating?
Paper Moon is rated PG.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Paper Moon — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/11293)
- [Papírový měsíc 80% [Paper Moon] (1973) | Kinobox.cz](https://www.kinobox.cz/film/15432-papirovy-mesic)
- [Paper Moon (Film) – Wikipedia](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paper_Moon_(Film))
- [Paper Moon (1974) | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/film/77379-paper-moon/prehled/)
- [Paper Moon (1974)](https://www.sms.cz/serial/paper-moon-1974)

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