Carry On Up the Jungle

An urbane ornithologist who narrates the expedition with a dry, wry humor. He is more captivated by the science and spectacle of the Oozlum bird than by the peril around him. His pompous, self-assured persona drives much of the film’s comedy through verbal quips and social missteps.

The lecherous and money-driven expedition leader who finances the trip with Lady Bagley’s fortune. He thrives on attention and exploits the situation for personal gain. His self-serving scheming provides much of the film’s farcical conflict and moral crudity.

The rugged African guide attached to the expedition, loyal but quick to act, often catalyzing chaos with simple, direct actions. He provides a pragmatic counterpoint to the bumbling foreigners. His presence adds physical comedy and a practical viewpoint amid exotic misadventures.

Tinkle’s diligent but bumbling assistant, ever-present and well-meaning, yet prone to clumsy mistakes. He embodies the classic sidekick who stumbles into solutions while misunderstandings mount. His earnestness adds another layer to the ensemble’s comic dynamic.

Lady Bagley’s maidservant who becomes entangled in the adventures and ultimately forms a bond with Ug. She embodies resilience and curiosity, evolving from a servant figure into a key participant in the romance and escape.

A white jungle dweller who saves Lady Bagley and is later revealed to be Cecil, the long-lost child of Lady Bagley. He develops a growing English proficiency and a relationship with June, becoming a bridge between cultures. His identity shift underpins major plot turns and reconciliation.

Lady Bagley’s husband, who is revealed to be the equally-surprising Walter Bagley, now occupying the role of Tonka the Great in Aphrodisia. His position as captive-turned-royal adds to the comedy of mistaken identities and political maneuvering among the Lubby-Dubby leadership.

A wealthy, ambitious socialite who is determined to locate her missing husband and son. She asserts control and manipulates the expedition’s dynamics, adding an additional layer of social satire through aristocratic attitudes and gender expectations.

Leader of the Lubby-Dubby tribe, a powerful queen who governs Aphrodisia with wit and authority. Her rule reshapes the male visitors’ fates, culminating in a dramatic clash with Tonka and a test of the visitors’ endurance and cunning. She ultimately defines the tribe’s terms, balancing danger with allure.

A fearsome presence that terrorizes the campsite on the expedition’s first night, symbolizing the unpredictable dangers of the jungle. The confrontation with the gorilla serves as a catalyst for the travelers’ realization of their vulnerability in the wild.