Moonwalker (1988) Plot Summary Explained

Release, runtime and language

1988 · 93 mins · English

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Directed by

Will Vinton, Colin Chilvers

Starring

Clancy Brown, Joe Pesci, Cindera Che, Michael Jackson, Paul Reubens, Brandon Quintin Adams

Moonwalker (1988) is an experimental anthology musical starring Michael Jackson. It blends short films and long‑form videos instead of a single plot. Highlights include a “Man in the Mirror” intro, a “Badder” parody, “Speed Demon”, “Leave Me Alone”, and the fantastical “Smooth Criminal” where Jackson rescues three children from Mr. Big and finishes with a “Come Together” performance. The title nods to his iconic moonwalk.