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The Monster and the Ape

“A THRILLING 15 CHAPTER SERIAL OF A MECHANICAL MONSTER GONE MAD! HIS COMPANION: THE APE THAT FIGHTS CRIME...IN A WONDERFUL FANTASY”

★ 6.8(6)19454h 55m

Action Crime Science Fiction

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Director: Howard Bretherton
Release date: 1945-04-20
Runtime: 4h 55m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Columbia Pictures

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About The Monster and the Ape

The Monster and the Ape is a 1945 movie in the Action, Crime and Science Fiction genres, directed by Howard Bretherton, starring Robert Lowery, George Macready and Ralph Morgan. It has a runtime of 4 hours 55 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.8/10 from 6 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Monster and the Ape in Philippines — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A famous scientist invents a humanoid robot (the titular "monster"), so a greedy rival scientist plans to steal it for use in his criminal plans. His henchmen often kidnap a trained gorilla (the titular "ape") from the zoo, to aid in the schemes.

Cast

Robert Lowery

Ken Morgan

George Macready

Prof. Ernst

Ralph Morgan

Prof. Franklin Arnold

Carole Mathews

Babs Arnold

Willie Best

Flash

Jack Ingram

Dick Nordik

Anthony Warde

Joe Flint

Ted Mapes

Joe Butler

Eddie Parker

Blake

Stanley Price

Mead

Charles King

First Cop with Thor

Kenneth MacDonald

Police Inspector Hamilton

Themes & keywords

gorillamad scientistrobotmovie serial

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Monster and the Ape in Philippines?+

The Monster and the Ape is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Philippines. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Monster and the Ape on Netflix?+

The Monster and the Ape is not on Netflix in Philippines right now.

How long is The Monster and the Ape?+

The Monster and the Ape has a runtime of 4 hours 55 minutes (295 minutes).

Who stars in The Monster and the Ape?+

The Monster and the Ape stars Robert Lowery, George Macready, Ralph Morgan, Carole Mathews and Willie Best.

When did The Monster and the Ape come out?+

The Monster and the Ape is a 1945 movie directed by Howard Bretherton.

What genre is The Monster and the Ape?+

The Monster and the Ape is Action, Crime and Science Fiction film.

Who directed The Monster and the Ape?+

The Monster and the Ape was directed by Howard Bretherton.