Going Ape!(1981)
There were 3 conditions to the 5 million dollar inheritance, and they had to be bathed twice a week.
Going Ape! Synopsis
When his father - who owned a circus - dies, Oscar inherits 5 million dollars - and 3 orangutans. However there's a condition connected to the money: if he gives away the apes or just one gets sick or dies during the next 3 years, the zoologic society will get all the money. So he not only has to deal with 3 apes and an annoyed girlfriend, but also with a greedy zoologic society's president.
Going Ape! (1981) is a comedy, crime and family film directed by Jeremy Joe Kronsberg, released on April 10, 1981 with a runtime of 1h 27m. It stars Tony Danza, Jessica Walter, Stacey Nelkin and Danny DeVito. Viewers rate it 4.5 out of 10 across 21 ratings.
- Director:
- Jeremy Joe Kronsberg
- Writers:
- Jeremy Joe Kronsberg
- Producers:
- Robert L. Rosen
- Cinematographer:
- Frank V. Phillips
- Composer:
- Elmer Bernstein
- Production:
- City Film, Berclays Merchantile Industry Finance, Paramount Pictures
- Status:
- Released
Going Ape! (1981) Trailer
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Going Ape! Cast & Crew
Main cast
Tony Danza
as Foster
Jessica Walter
as Fiona
Stacey Nelkin
as Cynthia
Danny DeVito
as Lazlo
Merie Earle
as Binocular Lady
Art Metrano
as Joey
Frank Sivero
as Bad Habit
Rick Hurst
as Btandon
- Howard Mann
Howard Mann
as Jules Cohen
Joseph Maher
as Gridley
Leon Askin
as Zebrewski
Jacquelyn Hyde
as Zaida
Key crew
Directed by Jeremy Joe Kronsberg, written by Jeremy Joe Kronsberg, produced by Robert L. Rosen.
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Going Ape! Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 4.5/10 from 21 ratings.
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Going Ape! – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Going Ape! online?
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Going Ape! (1981) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Going Ape!?
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The main cast of Going Ape! (1981) includes Tony Danza, Jessica Walter, Stacey Nelkin, Danny DeVito and Merie Earle. The film was directed by Jeremy Joe Kronsberg. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Going Ape! released?
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Going Ape! was released on April 10, 1981 and runs for 1h 27m.
Is Going Ape! worth watching?
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Going Ape! (1981) holds an average rating of 4.5 out of 10 from 21 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy comedy, crime and family films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Going Ape!?
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Yes. The official Going Ape! trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.