Mighty Joe Young
Merian Cooper's amazing adventure in the unusual!
A young woman, Jill Young, grew up on her father's ranch in Africa, raising a large gorilla named Joe from an infant. Years later, she brings him to Hollywood to become a star.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Mighty Joe Young
- Genres: Adventure, Fantasy, Drama, Action
- Release Date: 1949-07-27
- Runtime: 94 minutes
- Rating: 6.3/10 (115 votes)
- Budget: $1,800,000
- Revenue: $1,950,000
- Production Companies: Argosy Pictures, RKO Radio Pictures
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 4.5777
- Languages: English, Swahili
Cast & Crew
Terry Moore
as Jill Young
Ben Johnson
as Gregg Johnson
Robert Armstrong
as Max O'Hara
Frank McHugh
as Windy
Douglas Fowley
as Jones
Denis Greene
as Crawford
Paul Guilfoyle
as Smith
Nestor Paiva
as Brown
Regis Toomey
as John Young
Lora Lee Michel
as Jill (as a child)
Gallery
Trailers & Clips
Mighty Joe Young ≣ 1949 ≣ Trailer
Mighty Joe Young - Original Theatrical Trailer (Special Effects Collection)
John Landis on MIGHTY JOE YOUNG
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mighty Joe Young?▼
Mighty Joe Young is a Adventure, Fantasy, Drama, Action movie directed by . It was released on 1949-07-27.
Who are the main actors in Mighty Joe Young?▼
The main cast includes Terry Moore, Ben Johnson, Robert Armstrong, Frank McHugh, Douglas Fowley, .
Where can I watch Mighty Joe Young online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Mighty Joe Young is available.
Is Mighty Joe Young based on a true story?▼
Merian Cooper's amazing adventure in the unusual!
What is the IMDb rating of Mighty Joe Young?▼
Mighty Joe Young has an IMDb rating of 6.3/10 based on 115 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Mighty Joe Young?▼
The movie had a production budget of $1,800,000 and earned $1,950,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Mighty Joe Young?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Argosy Pictures, RKO Radio Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Mighty Joe Young filmed?▼
Mighty Joe Young was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Mighty Joe Young?▼
The total runtime of Mighty Joe Young is 94 minutes.
Is Mighty Joe Young suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Mighty Joe Young?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Mighty Joe Young.
Does Mighty Joe Young have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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