Mighty Joe Young (1949)

07/27/1949 (US) • 1h 34m

Adventure, Fantasy, Drama, Action

Merian Cooper's amazing adventure in the unusual!

Overview

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.

Top Billed Cast


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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

$1,800,000.00

Revenue

$1,950,000.00

Keywords

africa

gorilla

wrestler

decoy

ape

exotic pet

team roping

giant ape

king kong

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