A man raised in the jungle by apes falls in love with a wealthy American heiress.A man raised in the jungle by apes falls in love with a wealthy American heiress.A man raised in the jungle by apes falls in love with a wealthy American heiress.
- Director
- Writers
- Jay Ward(characters)
- Dana Olsen(story)
- Audrey Wells(screenplay)
- Stars
Top credits
- Director
- Writers
- Jay Ward(characters)
- Dana Olsen(story)
- Audrey Wells(screenplay)
- Stars
- Awards
- 1 win & 3 nominations
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Kelly Miracco
- Betsyas Betsy
- (as Kelly Miller)
Lydell M. Cheshier
- Baletoas Baleto
- (as Lydell Cheshier)
- Director
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- Jay Ward(characters)
- Dana Olsen(story) (screenplay)
- Audrey Wells(screenplay)
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Storyline
Baby George got into a plane crash in a jungle, stayed alive and was adopted by a wise ape. Ursula Stanhope, US noble woman is saved from death on safari by grown-up George, and he takes her to jungle to live with him. He slowly learns a rules of human relationships, while Ursula's lover Lyle is looking for her and the one who took her. After they are found, Ursula takes George to the USA. —Anonymous
- Taglines
- I knew Jane Goodall. You, madam, are no Jane Goodall.
- Genres
- Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
- Rated PG for crude humor and mild violence, language and sensuality
- Parents guide
Did you know
- TriviaBrendan Fraser's personal trainer for the film sued Fraser for not mentioning him in the credits. The trainer did not win the case.
- GoofsShep is clearly an Indian elephant, none of which are found in the wild in Africa.
- Crazy creditsAs the credits begin to roll, "Ape" suddenly calls out, "Hey, doesn't anyone want to know what happened to me?!" We then see a wild Las Vegas show with Ape dressed up in blue sequens singing "My Way."
- Alternate versionsOn-screen subtitles were provided for Lyle's European mercenaries in the VHS release. These subtitles have been removed from the DVD version
- SoundtracksGeorge Of The Jungle (Main Title)
(1996)
Written by Stan Worth and Sheldon Allman
Produced by Don Was
Additional production by Marc Shaiman
Performed by The Presidents of the United States of America
Courtesy of Columbia Records
Top review
It's so stupid, it's hilarious!
Thumbs up to the director and the stars of George of the Jungle. They have made one of the funniest children's films that you will ever see. You know that they had a great time making it because it's clearly evident on the screen. George of the Jungle is simply just a Tarzan parody. (Ape-man meets girl, falls for girl, leaves for city, returns to jungle). But the predictable plot doesn't destroy the performances and the movie is peppered with some laugh out loud jokes.
Of course the special effects are impressive - a talking ape, an elephant that thinks he's a dog - but it's the humans that steal the show. Fraser is fantastic as George - he is one of the most talented actors out there at the moment - though this film doesn't test his range much, he shows a nice comic flair. Mann is a lovable foil for our hero, though her squeaky voice is at times too cute. None of the other characters disappoint. Both Mann's parents are great in supporting roles and Lyle as Mann's nasty fiance is sensational.
Kids will love this. Adults, I think will find a lot to enjoy in it also, but don't bring along any cynics. They'll miss out on all the fun!!
Of course the special effects are impressive - a talking ape, an elephant that thinks he's a dog - but it's the humans that steal the show. Fraser is fantastic as George - he is one of the most talented actors out there at the moment - though this film doesn't test his range much, he shows a nice comic flair. Mann is a lovable foil for our hero, though her squeaky voice is at times too cute. None of the other characters disappoint. Both Mann's parents are great in supporting roles and Lyle as Mann's nasty fiance is sensational.
Kids will love this. Adults, I think will find a lot to enjoy in it also, but don't bring along any cynics. They'll miss out on all the fun!!
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- Budd-5
- Aug 30, 1999
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- Country of origin
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- Also known as
- George de la Selva en 3D
- Filming locations
- Production companies
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Box office
- Budget
- $55,000,000 (estimated)
- Gross US & Canada
- $105,263,257
- Opening weekend US & Canada
- $16,540,791
- Jul 20, 1997
- Gross worldwide
- $174,463,257
- Runtime1 hour 32 minutes
- Color
- Sound mix
- Aspect ratio
- 1.85 : 1
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