The Chimp

1932Movie25 minNR

63
DecentGoodWatch score
63
DecentGoodWatch score

Summary

Stan and Ollie play bumbling circus performers who inadvertently drive the circus into bankruptcy. The circus can't pay them their wages so they are given a gorilla and a flea circus as payment. Bedlam ensues.

Good for

  • Family movie night
  • Friends night
  • Party vibe

Where to watch

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Not for big ideas, scares or brutality.

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Directed by
James Parrott
Produced by
Hal Roach

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Facts

May 21, 1932 · 25 min · NR

Released
May 21, 1932
Runtime
25 min
Age rating
NR
Genres
Comedy
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
2 countries

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream The Chimp?"

Questions about The Chimp

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Chimp?

In the United States, you can rent or buy The Chimp from Apple TV Store. It streams in 1 other country, but not in the United States.

Is The Chimp worth watching?

63
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63 (IMDb 6.8).

Is The Chimp okay for kids?

NR

Yes: it's rated NR in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Will The Chimp make me laugh?

Very funny

Yes, a lot: the humor is mostly slapstick (10 of 10) and situational comedy (8 of 10).

Can I half-watch The Chimp?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 3 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.