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Monkey Business

Monkey Business

It's some fun!

Research chemist Barnaby Fulton works on a fountain of youth pill for a chemical company. One of the labs chimps gets loose in the laboratory and mixes chemicals, but then pours the mix into the water cooler. When trying one of his own samples, washed down with water from the cooler, Fulton begins to act just like a twenty-year-old and believes his potion is working. Soon his wife and boss are also behaving like children.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Monkey Business
  • Genres: Comedy, Science Fiction
  • Release Date: 1952-09-03
  • Runtime: 97 minutes
  • Rating: 6.7/10 (268 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $2,000,000
  • Production Companies: 20th Century Fox
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.8693
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Cary Grant

Cary Grant

as Barnaby Fulton

Ginger Rogers

Ginger Rogers

as Edwina Fulton

Charles Coburn

Charles Coburn

as Oliver Oxley

Marilyn Monroe

Marilyn Monroe

as Lois Laurel

Hugh Marlowe

Hugh Marlowe

as Hank Entwhistle

Henri Letondal

Henri Letondal

as Jerome Kitzel

Robert Cornthwaite

Robert Cornthwaite

as Dr. Zoldeck

Larry Keating

Larry Keating

as G.J. Culverly

Douglas Spencer

Douglas Spencer

as Dr. Brunner

Esther Dale

Esther Dale

as Mrs. Rhinelander

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Trailers & Clips

Michael Schlesinger on MONKEY BUSINESS

Monkey Business (1952) Trailer

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Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Monkey Business?

Monkey Business is a Comedy, Science Fiction movie directed by . It was released on 1952-09-03.

Who are the main actors in Monkey Business?

The main cast includes Cary Grant, Ginger Rogers, Charles Coburn, Marilyn Monroe, Hugh Marlowe, .

Where can I watch Monkey Business online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Monkey Business is available.

Is Monkey Business based on a true story?

It's some fun!

What is the IMDb rating of Monkey Business?

Monkey Business has an IMDb rating of 6.7/10 based on 268 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Monkey Business?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $2,000,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Monkey Business?

The soundtrack was composed by 20th Century Fox. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Monkey Business filmed?

Monkey Business was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Monkey Business?

The total runtime of Monkey Business is 97 minutes.

Is Monkey Business suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Monkey Business?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Monkey Business.

Does Monkey Business have a post-credit scene?

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