London: The Moonwalkers: A Journey with Tom Hanks Exhibition

The Moonwalkers turns Lightroom’s large projection space into a voyage through the Apollo missions and the coming Artemis era. I like the range of the story, from the first lunar missions to interviews with astronauts preparing for crewed surface missions, and Tom Hanks narrates a script he co-wrote with space filmmaker Christopher Riley.

I also like the original score by Anne Nikitin, which gives the images their own musical setting. The main drawback is the format: this is a 50-minute audiovisual show, not a hands-on exhibition or a guided tour, so the price may feel high if you want interactive displays or a longer visit.

Key points before you book

• Apollo meets Artemis: The show links the Apollo missions with plans for the next era of crewed lunar exploration.
• Tom Hanks narrates: Hanks co-wrote the experience with BAFTA-nominated writer-director Christopher Riley.
• A 50-minute projection show: Lightroom uses large-scale projection and audio to fill its space with a cinematic presentation.
• An original score: Anne Nikitin’s music accompanies the space imagery and storytelling.
• Check your expectations and budget: The listed price is $33.67 per person, and the core show lasts 50 minutes.

At Lightroom, the Moon takes center stage

The Moonwalkers takes place at Lightroom in Greater London. Rather than moving through a sequence of physical exhibits, you spend the main part of your visit inside a large audiovisual presentation. Lightroom’s projection and audio technology is used to turn the space into a setting for the story of human travel to the Moon.

That distinction matters when you decide if it suits you. You are buying a tightly timed film experience, not a museum visit where you can linger over objects, read at your own pace, or follow a guide’s commentary. The listed show runs for 50 minutes, while the overall activity duration is given as one hour.

If you enjoy cinema, space imagery, and a clear narrative, the format has appeal. The large-scale setting lets the story reach beyond a standard screen, while the sound and music help carry it. But if you prefer exhibits you can explore at your own speed, this may not be the best use of your time or money.

From Apollo missions to Artemis

The first subject is the Apollo programme, told through the history and stories of its missions. The show promises intimate detail at a spectacular scale, a pairing that can work well for a subject as familiar as the Moon landings. The broad images offer a sense of scale, while the narration provides a human voice to guide the story.

The experience then looks ahead to Artemis, the programme behind the planned return of crewed missions to the lunar surface. The show includes interviews between Hanks and Artemis astronauts, offering a view of the work and people connected to that future. This gives the presentation a useful second half in concept: it is not only a look back at the last era of lunar exploration, but also a look at what may come next.

The Apollo-to-Artemis link is one of the experience’s strongest ideas. It gives the show a reason to revisit historic missions beyond nostalgia. You can consider what has changed, what remains difficult, and why a return to the Moon matters now. The supplied details do not specify which individual Apollo missions or astronauts feature, so go in expecting a broad account rather than a particular mission-by-mission checklist.

Hanks, Riley, and Nikitin shape the story

Tom Hanks is more than the familiar voice attached to the show. He co-wrote The Moonwalkers with Christopher Riley, a double BAFTA-nominated writer-director whose work includes space films and television programmes for the BBC, Netflix, and PBS. That partnership gives the project a clear focus on storytelling as well as spectacle.

Hanks’s narration is a practical draw if you like a guided thread through a complex subject. Instead of having to piece together a set of displays yourself, you hear one voice leading you through the experience. Riley’s background in space filmmaking also fits the presentation’s blend of historic material and forward-looking interviews.

Anne Nikitin provides the original score. Music can do important work in a show built around images and narration: it sets pace and mood, and helps make the shift from Apollo’s history to Artemis’s future feel like part of one story. The details available do not name individual tracks or describe particular scenes, so it is best to think of the score as part of the whole presentation rather than a separate concert-style feature.

What the 50 minutes feel like

Your central activity is a 50-minute audiovisual show. You watch and listen as Lightroom’s projections and sound carry the narrative. There is no stated walking route or set of stops to follow, so you can plan around a single seated or standing presentation, depending on the arrangement at the venue.

A 50-minute running time is long enough to give the Apollo and Artemis themes room to develop, but short enough to fit into a day of London sightseeing. The overall activity is listed as one hour, so allow for the venue experience beyond the show itself. Exact starting times depend on availability, and you should check the date and time that suit your plans.

One useful expectation check: the experience is described as a cinema screening by someone who enjoyed it, but wanted more for the price. That is a fair way to frame the choice. The visuals may be much larger than a home screen, yet the core activity still asks you to watch a film-length presentation rather than interact with exhibits. If that sounds like what you want, the format is clear. If you would rather spend an hour moving around a gallery, it may feel limited.

Is $33.67 good value?

At $33.67 per person, the question is not simply how many minutes you get. You are paying for a purpose-built projection and audio experience, narration by Hanks, the work of a space filmmaker, and an original score. For someone who values a cinema-scale presentation about the Moon, those elements may justify the price.

The counterpoint is the short running time and the relatively focused format. The included experience is a 50-minute audiovisual show, with no food, drinks, or merchandise included. If you compare the cost with a longer museum visit, it may seem steep. A person who wants more than a film screening may not feel they are getting enough time or variety.

A past attendee described enjoying the show while feeling that the price was too high for a 50-minute presentation. That captures the main value question well: the experience can be enjoyable and still feel expensive. I would book it for the subject, the large-format presentation, and the particular combination of Apollo history and Artemis interviews, not because it offers a full afternoon of activity.

Seating, access, and practical details

The experience is listed as wheelchair accessible. It is also described as a small-group activity limited to nine participants. Since the show takes place in a projection space, the small-group description may be relevant to the booked activity, but the information provided does not explain the room layout or seating arrangement.

Seating deserves a little thought. One attendee wished the seats had backrests, so if back support is important to you, check the seating details with the venue before you book. A 50-minute show is not unusually long, but comfort can make a noticeable difference when you are watching and listening rather than moving around.

Flash photography is not allowed. Food and drinks are not included, and neither is merchandise. The activity offers free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund, along with a reserve-now, pay-later option. Those terms can help if your London plans are still taking shape, but check the conditions attached to your chosen booking.

Who is likely to enjoy The Moonwalkers?

This show makes the most sense for space enthusiasts, fans of the Apollo programme, and anyone curious about the Artemis missions. It is also a good fit if you enjoy cinematic storytelling and want a focused indoor activity that takes about an hour rather than a lengthy tour.

Families or groups with different interests should think about the film format. The subject may appeal widely, but there are no details here about age guidance or child-specific activities. If someone in your party prefers to handle exhibits, ask questions, or move at their own pace, the presentation may not hold their attention in the same way.

I would also consider it as a pairing with other London plans rather than the main event of a day. Its short run time makes that easy, but the price means you should choose it because the topic and format appeal to you. You do not need to be an expert in lunar exploration to follow a story about Apollo and Artemis, but a strong interest in space will make the ticket easier to justify.

Should you book this London space show?

Book The Moonwalkers if you want an atmospheric, large-scale presentation about the Moon, and the combination of Apollo history, Artemis interviews, Tom Hanks’s narration, and Anne Nikitin’s score appeals to you. It offers a clear, concise way to connect past and future lunar missions.

Skip it if you expect a hands-on exhibition, a guided tour, or enough material to fill a long visit. At $33.67 per person, the show’s value depends on how much you enjoy cinematic storytelling. Check the seating details if back support matters, and make sure the 50-minute film format is what you want before paying.

FAQ

How long is The Moonwalkers?

The audiovisual experience lasts 50 minutes. The overall activity duration is listed as one hour.

Who narrates the show?

Tom Hanks provides the narration. He co-wrote The Moonwalkers with Christopher Riley.

What subjects does the experience cover?

It tells stories from the Apollo missions and looks ahead to the Artemis programme, including interviews between Hanks and Artemis astronauts.

Who composed the original score?

Anne Nikitin composed the original score for the experience.

Where does The Moonwalkers take place?

It takes place at Lightroom in Greater London, United Kingdom.

Is the experience wheelchair accessible?

Yes. The activity is listed as wheelchair accessible.

Are food and drinks included?

No. Food and drinks are not included. Merchandise is also not included.

Can I cancel my booking?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. The activity also offers a reserve-now, pay-later option.