Duration
50 mins
Closing Date
Until January 25, 2026
Age limit
Suitable for all ages
Why Watch The Moonwalkers: A Journey With Tom Hanks?
- Witness Tom Hanks narrating an immersive journey through the Apollo missions and the Artemis future, which appeals to space enthusiasts, history lovers, and those who enjoy experiential storytelling over a static film.
- The production is co-written by Hanks and Christopher Riley (double BAFTA-nominated writer-director for BBC, Netflix & PBS space documentaries), combining cinematic scope with scientific depth.
- You’ll witness floor-to-ceiling projections, remastered NASA imagery, and astronaut interviews, all orchestrated with original music by Anne Nikitin (Hijack and Sundance hit American Animals).
- Running at Lightroom’s cutting-edge immersive venue, this show is a limited-run “thrill-ride into the wonder of space” (The Standard). Book your tickets to The Moonwalkers: A Journey With Tom Hanks in London now!
The Moonwalkers: A Journey With Tom Hanks offers a cinematic, immersive retelling of humanity’s lunar voyages. Tom Hanks narrates this journey in his own voice, guiding you from the first footsteps on the Moon through the ambitions of the Artemis programme. Co-written with Christopher Riley (BAFTA-nominated for acclaimed space documentaries including In the Shadow of the Moon and Apollo: Missions to the Moon), the show draws on deep archival expertise and astronaut interviews. With direction by Nick Corrigan & Lysander Ashton, and soundscapes underscored by Anne Nikitin (known for Hijack and American Animals, with scores performed by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra), the result is an audio-visual voyage that envelops the audience.
Storyline
This show takes you through the era of Apollo, the missions that placed humans on the Moon, and positions you to contemplate the future of lunar exploration via Artemis. Set across past and future timelines, the narrative weaves archival footage, astronaut interviews, and narration into a coherent voyage of discovery. In the final moments, you confront the question: what comes next for those walking on the Moon?
Show timings
Show timings for The Moonwalkers: A Journey With Tom Hanks may vary every week. You can check the show timings for your preferred date at the next stage of booking.
Cast & Crew
Leading roles: Tom Hanks as the Narrator (himself)
Directors: Nick Corrigan & Lysander Ashton
Producer: Richard Slaney
Writers: Tom Hanks & Christopher Riley
Music: Anne Nikitin
Set designer: 59 Productions Studio
Sound design: Tom Hackley
Recorded by: Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Tom Kelly
Executive producers: Tom Hanks, David Sabel, Nick Starr
Collaborating producer: Andy Saunders
Assistant producer: Hope Delicata
Age Suitability
The show is suitable for all ages.
Keep in mind, most theaters are air-conditioned throughout the year and can get a bit chilly. Bring along a light jacket if needed.
Lightroom
Lightroom, located in London’s King’s Cross, is a state-of-the-art immersive venue designed to host large-scale, projection-based storytelling. It combines advanced projection, spatial audio, and architectural design to transform its vast cube-like interior into a living canvas. Since its opening in 2023, Lightroom has become a home for bold visual experiences, including David Hockney’s Bigger & Closer (not smaller & further away), before welcoming Tom Hanks’ The Moonwalkers.
Getting There
- Address: Lightroom, 12 Lewis Cubitt Square, King’s Cross, London N1C 4DY, United Kingdom
- Tube: The nearest tube stations are King’s Cross St. Pancras (Victoria, Northern, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Circle, and Metropolitan lines) and Angel (Northern line).
- Bus: Bus routes 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, and 476 all serve the King’s Cross area.
Facilities & Accessibility
Available facilities: Bar, cloakroom, elevator, restrooms, baby-changing facilities
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible, accessible toilets, step-free access, companion seating
Additional Information
- Security: To ensure your comfort and security, you might encounter a few security checks when you arrive at the venue.
- Dress code: Smart casual or semi-formal attire is the way to go.
- Outside food: While outside food isn't usually allowed, many theaters have cafes or restaurants nearby for you to check out before or after the show.
Tickets Redemption
You will receive an email with your The Moonwalkers voucher. Please display the same on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID.
Cancellation & Refunds
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Frequently asked questions
The show does not have a strict age limit; it is suitable for all ages.
The show is playing at the Lightroom in London.
The running time of the show is 50 minutes.
It explores the Apollo missions in detail and looks ahead to the Artemis programme, blending archival footage with astronaut interviews.
It tells the stories of multiple Apollo missions, not just the first Moon landing, showing their risks, triumphs, and legacy.
Yes, the show includes behind-the-scenes insights into NASA’s Artemis missions, including new astronaut interviews.
The show was co-written by Christopher Riley, a BAFTA-nominated space documentary filmmaker, ensuring that the science and history are presented authentically.
Yes, the visuals include remastered NASA images and film archives, projected at a massive scale.
He primarily narrates but also features in newly filmed interview segments with Artemis astronauts.
While both focus on space, this is different; it’s narrative-led, combining film, interviews, sound, and design in a theatrical environment.
The show hints at humanity’s long-term ambitions beyond the Moon, while focusing on Apollo’s legacy and Artemis’ near-future missions.
Unlike a traditional documentary, this is a large-scale immersive experience; you’re surrounded by projections and audio rather than watching a flat screen.
