The Gorilla

Year: 1939

Runtime: 68 mins

Language: English

Director: Allan Dwan

ComedyMysteryHorror

When an escaped circus gorilla appears to be on a murderous rampage, a nervous attorney hires detectives Garrity, Harrigan and Mullivan as bodyguards. The investigation shows the lawyer has a hidden agenda and the ape may be innocent. They must protect a young heiress in danger, racing to save the day.

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