Missing Link
1988, English. Directed by Carol Hughes & David Hughes.
Deep in the past... Lost to all memory... Lies a mystery that has haunted man for a million years.
A million years ago in Africa: the last of the ape-humans is on flight from the humans, who killed the rest of his clan. Alone, seeking others of his kind, he traverses steps, deserts and mountains until he reaches the coast. But there are already humans, too.
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.2/10 from 41 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 4 November 1988
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- David Hughes, Carol Hughes
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Missing Link: quick answers
Is Missing Link worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.2/10 from 41 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Missing Link?
Missing Link runs 91 minutes (1h 31m).
Does Missing Link have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Missing Link. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Is Missing Link suitable for kids?
Missing Link is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
What movies are like Missing Link?
If you liked Missing Link, try Gold, Beneath the Planet of the Apes, Tarzan the Ape Man.
Who directed Missing Link?
Missing Link (1988) was directed by Carol Hughes and David Hughes and stars Peter Elliott, Michael Gambon.