Mighty Joe Young

Name: Mighty Joe Young
Genre: Adventure, Fantasy, Drama, Action
Released: 1949-07-13
Duration: 1 h 34 min
Cast: Terry Moore, Ben Johnson, Robert Armstrong, Frank McHugh, Douglas Fowley

1949, English. Directed by Ernest B. Schoedsack.

Merian Cooper's amazing adventure in the unusual!

A young woman, Jill Young, grew up on her father's ranch in Africa, raising a large gorilla named Joe from an infant. Years later, she brings him to Hollywood to become a star.

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Runtime: 1h 34m
Post-credits: None listed
Language: English
Rated: NR

Start now and it ends at ….

Popcorn Flick

Fun if you don’t overthink it.

6.4/10 from 128 TMDB viewer ratings.

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Released: 13 July 1949
Country: United States of America
Written by: Merian C. Cooper, Ruth Rose
Budget: $1.8M
Box office: $2M

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Is Mighty Joe Young worth watching?

Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.4/10 from 128 TMDB viewer ratings.

How long is Mighty Joe Young?

Mighty Joe Young runs 94 minutes (1h 34m).

Does Mighty Joe Young have a post-credits scene?

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Mighty Joe Young parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

Mighty Joe Young is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.

Which OTT platform is Mighty Joe Young on?

Mighty Joe Young isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)

What movies are like Mighty Joe Young?

If you liked Mighty Joe Young, try Mighty Joe Young, King Kong, The Legend of Tarzan.

Who directed Mighty Joe Young?

Mighty Joe Young (1949) was directed by Ernest B. Schoedsack and stars Terry Moore, Ben Johnson, Robert Armstrong.