The Monkey's Uncle
1965, English. Directed by Robert Stevenson.
More fun than a barrel of teenagers!
College whiz-kid Merlin Jones concocts a method for teaching advanced information to a chimpanzee, then creates a flying machine of his own design, ultimately raising havoc on the campus.
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- G
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Cast & crew
- Robert StevensonDirector
- Tommy KirkMerlin Jones
- Annette FunicelloJennifer
- Leon AmesJudge Holmsby
- Arthur O'ConnellDarius Green III
- Frank FaylenMr. Dearborne
- Leon TylerLeon
- Brian WilsonSelf - The Beach Boys
- Carl WilsonSelf - The Beach Boys
- Dennis WilsonSelf - The Beach Boys
- Al JardineSelf - The Beach Boys
- Mike LoveSelf - The Beach Boys
- Norman GrabowskiNorman
Details
- Released
- 18 August 1965
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Alfred Lewis Levitt, Helen Slote Levitt
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The Monkey's Uncle: quick answers
Is The Monkey's Uncle worth watching?
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How long is The Monkey's Uncle?
The Monkey's Uncle runs 87 minutes (1h 27m).
Does The Monkey's Uncle have a post-credits scene?
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The Monkey's Uncle parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Monkey's Uncle is rated G in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Monkey's Uncle on?
The Monkey's Uncle isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 3 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Monkey's Uncle?
If you liked The Monkey's Uncle, try Minutemen, Planet 51, The Absent-Minded Professor.
Who directed The Monkey's Uncle?
The Monkey's Uncle (1965) was directed by Robert Stevenson and stars Tommy Kirk, Annette Funicello, Leon Ames.