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Mighty Joe Young

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: 6.4/10 (119 votes)
  • Budget: $1,800,000
  • Revenue: $1,950,000
  • Production Companies: Argosy Pictures, RKO Radio Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.5234
  • Languages: English, Swahili

Cast & Crew

Terry Moore

Terry Moore

as Jill Young

Ben Johnson

Ben Johnson

as Gregg Johnson

Robert Armstrong

Robert Armstrong

as Max O'Hara

Frank McHugh

Frank McHugh

as Windy

Douglas Fowley

Douglas Fowley

as Jones

Denis Greene

Denis Greene

as Crawford

Paul Guilfoyle

Paul Guilfoyle

as Smith

Nestor Paiva

Nestor Paiva

as Brown

Regis Toomey

Regis Toomey

as John Young

Lora Lee Michel

Lora Lee Michel

as Jill (as a child)

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Mighty Joe Young ≣ 1949 ≣ Trailer

Mighty Joe Young - Original Theatrical Trailer (Special Effects Collection)

John Landis on MIGHTY JOE YOUNG

External Links

Keywords

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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 6.4/10 based on 119 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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