The Mafu Cage
1978, English. Directed by Karen Arthur.
A terrifying love story.
Two strange sisters live in a crumbling mansion, where they keep a pet ape, which belonged to their late father, locked in a cage. While one of the sisters seems to be keeping her head on straight, as it were, the other appears to be sinking further and further into barbarism and insanity.
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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- Released
- 19 March 1978
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Don Chastain, Éric Wesphal
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How long is The Mafu Cage?
The Mafu Cage runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
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The Mafu Cage parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Mafu Cage is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Mafu Cage on?
The Mafu Cage isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Mafu Cage?
If you liked The Mafu Cage, try Funny Games, Strange Darling, Bone Lake.
Who directed The Mafu Cage?
The Mafu Cage (1978) was directed by Karen Arthur and stars Lee Grant, Carol Kane, Will Geer.