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The Gorilla

A Ritz is afraid of nothing ... but ... THIS ... IS ... SOMETHING!

ComedyMysteryHorror
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1939-05-26
1h 8m
English
Released
20th Century Fox

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When an escaped circus gorilla appears to have gone on a murderous rampage, a threatened attorney calls on the detective trio of Garrity, Harrigan and Mullivan to act as bodyguards. In short order, we discover that there is more to the attorney than meets the eye, and the ape may be innocent after all. When a pretty young heiress faces peril, it's up to our heroic trio to save the day.

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Stream The Gorilla online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A talked-about comedy, mystery, and horror movie originally produced in English and released in 1939, it's earned a solid 4.8/10 from 29 viewers worldwide.

About The Gorilla

A Ritz is afraid of nothing ... but ... THIS ... IS ... SOMETHING!

When an escaped circus gorilla appears to have gone on a murderous rampage, a threatened attorney calls on the detective trio of Garrity, Harrigan and Mullivan to act as bodyguards. In short order, we discover that there is more to the attorney than meets the eye, and the ape may be innocent after all. When a pretty young heiress faces peril, it's up to our heroic trio to save the day. Running 68 minutes.

The Gorilla Cast and Characters

The cast features Jimmy Ritz (as Garrity), Harry Ritz (as Harrigan), Al Ritz (as Mulligan), Anita Louise (as Norma Denby), and Patsy Kelly (as Kitty). Their performances are a major reason The Gorilla has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching The Gorilla

The Gorilla flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is sharp comedic timing that lands consistently and tight pacing that earns its twists. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.

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Where can I watch The Gorilla online for free?

You can watch The Gorilla online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.

How long is The Gorilla?

The Gorilla runs for 68 minutes (about 1.1 hour).

Is The Gorilla good? What's the rating?

The Gorilla holds a 4.8/10 rating based on 29 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.

Who is in the cast of The Gorilla?

The main cast includes Jimmy Ritz, Harry Ritz, Al Ritz, and Anita Louise, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is The Gorilla available in English?

Yes — The Gorilla was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.

When was The Gorilla released?

The Gorilla was released in 1939.

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What is The Gorilla about?

The Gorilla is a Comedy/Mystery English-language film. When an escaped circus gorilla appears to have gone on a murderous rampage, a threatened attorney calls on the detective trio of Garrity, Harrigan and Mullivan to act as bodyguards. In short order, we discover that there is more to the attorney than meets the eye, and the ape may be innocent after all. When a pretty young heiress faces peril, it's up to our heroic trio to save the day.

When was The Gorilla released?

The Gorilla was released on May 26, 1939. It has a runtime of 1h 8m. The film was produced by 20th Century Fox.

Who stars in The Gorilla?

The Gorilla stars Jimmy Ritz, Harry Ritz, Al Ritz and Anita Louise. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

Is The Gorilla available in HD?

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