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A*P*E

1976·Movie
1h 27min·PG

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High energy, emotionally cool.

Energy

Fast-paced and violent

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace8
  • Violence8
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Pathos4
  • Nostalgia4
  • Melancholy3

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy4
  • Satire & Parody3
  • Absurdist Humor2

World

Show business

  • Novelty6
  • World Immersion4
  • Dialogue Centrality4

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue6
  • Narrative Structure4
  • Character Depth4

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Sound Centrality5
  • Editing4
  • Visual Stylization4

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightParty VibePublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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Graphic violence bothers you

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About

Not to be confused with King Kong

A newly discovered 36-foot gorilla escapes from a freighter off the coast of Korea. At the same time an American actress is filming a movie in the country. Chaos ensues as the ape kidnaps her and rampages through Seoul.
Monster MovieGorilla RampageExploitation FilmFast-PacedLow BudgetCampyShowbiz SatireSpectacle

Crew

Directed by:
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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about A*P*E

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream A*P*E legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Plex, and Tubi TV. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is A*P*E worth watching?

24
TerribleGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 24/100 (IMDb 2.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is A*P*E rated?

PGViolence

It's rated PG in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is A*P*E?

1 h 27 min

A*P*E runs 1 h 27 min.

What language is A*P*E in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in South Korea, United States.

In how many countries can I watch A*P*E?

5ATCACHDEUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for A*P*E in 5 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does A*P*E use?

King Kong CopyNever Trust a TitleAnimals Not to ScaleDull SurpriseFlipping the BirdThe MockbusterThreatening SharkFun with AcronymsScreaming WomanPrimate Versus ReptileRandom Events PlotIn Medias Resand 5 more

TV Tropes lists 17 storytelling tropes for A*P*E, including King Kong Copy, Never Trust a Title, Animals Not to Scale.