Animal Behavior
1989, English. Directed by Jenny Bowen & Kjehl Rasmussen.
A very funny movie about getting serious.
Biologist Alex Brisco develops a new method to communicate with chimpanzees. Instead of using machines, she teaches the chimps simple sign language. Her research is overlooked by ignorant colleagues, but one man, Mark, a cellist, helps Alex with her research.
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Cast & crew
- Jenny BowenDirector
- Kjehl RasmussenDirector
- Karen AllenAlex Bristow
- Armand AssanteMark Mathias
- Josh MostelMel Gorsky
- Holly HunterCoral Grable
- Richard LibertiniDoctor Parrish
- Joyce BrothersHerself
- Alice DrummondSite Committee
- Nan MartinMrs. Norton
- Alexa KeninCast
- Jon MatthewsTyler Forbes
- Crystal BudaCleo Grable
- Ivan BonarDr. Ridley
Details
- Released
- 27 October 1989
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Susan Rice
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Animal Behavior: quick answers
Is Animal Behavior worth watching?
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How long is Animal Behavior?
Animal Behavior runs 85 minutes (1h 25m).
Does Animal Behavior have a post-credits scene?
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Animal Behavior parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Animal Behavior is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Animal Behavior on?
Animal Behavior isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 27 October 1989. (Checked 4 November 2026.)
What movies are like Animal Behavior?
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Who directed Animal Behavior?
Animal Behavior (1989) was directed by Jenny Bowen and Kjehl Rasmussen and stars Karen Allen, Armand Assante, Josh Mostel.