Buddy
1997, English. Directed by Caroline Thompson.
Welcome to a family that will make yours seem tame
In the 1930s, eccentric animal lover Trudy adopts a sickly baby gorilla named Buddy and raises him alongside chimpanzees as if they were her human children. As Buddy grows into an 800-pound adult, his immense strength and unpredictable behavior lead to trouble, culminating in a chaotic incident at an exhibition.
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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5.0/10 from 80 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Details
- Released
- 6 June 1997
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Caroline Thompson, William Joyce
- Budget
- $25M
- Box office
- $10M
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Buddy: quick answers
Is Buddy worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.0/10 from 80 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Buddy?
Buddy runs 84 minutes (1h 24m).
Does Buddy have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Buddy. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Is Buddy suitable for kids?
Buddy is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
What movies are like Buddy?
If you liked Buddy, try Paulie, Homeward Bound II: Lost in San Francisco, Air Buddies.
Who directed Buddy?
Buddy (1997) was directed by Caroline Thompson and stars Rene Russo, Robbie Coltrane, Alan Cumming.