
The Ape
Jungle Beast or Man of Science?
Dr. Bernard Adrian is a kindly scientist who seeks to cure a young woman's polio. He needs human spinal fluid to complete the formula for his experimental serum. Meanwhile, a vicious circus ape has broken out of its cage, and is terrorizing the townspeople. Can there be a connection?
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Ape
- Genres: Horror, Mystery, Science Fiction
- Release Date: 1940-09-30
- Runtime: 62 minutes
- Rating: 4.782/10 (39 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Monogram Pictures
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.7984
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew

Boris Karloff
as Dr. Bernard Adrian

Maris Wrixon
as Frances Clifford

Gene O'Donnell
as Danny Foster

Dorothy Vaughan
as Mother Clifford

Henry Hall
as Sheriff Jeff Halliday

Selmer Jackson
as Dr. McNulty

Gertrude Hoffmann
as Jane the Housekeeper

Jessie Arnold
as Mrs. Brill

Billy Bletcher
as Short Mustached Posse Man

Harry C. Bradley
as Quinn
Gallery

Trailers & Clips
1940 THE APE - Boris Karloff - Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Ape?▼
The Ape is a Horror, Mystery, Science Fiction movie directed by . It was released on 1940-09-30.
Who are the main actors in The Ape?▼
The main cast includes Boris Karloff, Maris Wrixon, Gene O'Donnell, Dorothy Vaughan, Henry Hall, .
Where can I watch The Ape online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Ape is available.
Is The Ape based on a true story?▼
Jungle Beast or Man of Science?
What is the IMDb rating of The Ape?▼
The Ape has an IMDb rating of 4.782/10 based on 39 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Ape?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Ape?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Monogram Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Ape filmed?▼
The Ape was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Ape?▼
The total runtime of The Ape is 62 minutes.
Is The Ape suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Ape?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Ape.
Does The Ape have a post-credit scene?▼
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