The Moon and Sixpence (1959 film)
| The Moon and Sixpence | |
|---|---|
Laurence Olivier in leprosy makeup | |
| Based on | The Moon and Sixpence by Somerset Maugham |
| Written by | S. Lee Pogostin |
| Directed by | Robert Mulligan |
| Starring | |
| Production | |
| Producer | David Susskind |
| Running time | 90 minutes |
| Original release | |
| Network | NBC |
| Release | October 30, 1959 |
The Moon and Sixpence is an American television movie that was broadcast on NBC on October 30, 1959. The production, starring Laurence Olivier, was adapted by S. Lee Pogostin from the novel by Somerset Maugham. The production won multiple Emmy and Sylvania Awards, including awards for Olivier's acting, Pogostin's adaptation, and Robert Mulligan's direction.