The Ape Star
2021, Swedish. Directed by Linda Hambäck.
The orphan Jonna is longing for a mother. One day, an old car stops outside the orphanage and out steps a gorilla that picks Jonna for adoption. It soon becomes clear that they have more things in common than they initially thought. When they start becoming a family, Tord from the local authorities shows up and threatens to send Jonna back to the orphanage.
- Runtime
- 1h 15m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Swedish
- Rated
- PG
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Details
- Released
- 27 April 2021
- Original title
- Apstjärnan
- Country
- Denmark, Norway, Sweden
- Written by
- Janne Vierth
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The Ape Star: quick answers
Is The Ape Star worth watching?
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How long is The Ape Star?
The Ape Star runs 75 minutes (1h 15m).
Does The Ape Star have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Ape Star. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Ape Star parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Ape Star is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Ape Star on?
The Ape Star isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Ape Star?
If you liked The Ape Star, try Snoopy Presents: There's No Place Like Home, Snoopy, PAW Patrol: Jet to the Rescue, Ploey: You Never Fly Alone.
Who directed The Ape Star?
The Ape Star (2021) was directed by Linda Hambäck and stars Pernilla August, Rebecca Gerstmann, Stellan Skarsgård.