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The Naked Ape (1973)

Movie ★ 4.4 85 min

Animation Comedy War

Somewhat based on Desmond Morris's fascinating book of pop anthropology, this partially animated satirical docudrama produced by Playboy Magazine publisher Hugh Hefner, traces the evolution of human kind and offers insight into the reasons why we behave the way we do. Though often dealing with sexuality, nothing in the film is terribly offensive or graphic. A prime example of mainstream experimental film-making from the early 70's featuring a young and breathtakingly lovely Victoria Principal.

Donald Driver Director Donald Driver Writer

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Quick facts

Released
August 1, 1973
Runtime
85 min
Rating
PG
IMDb
tt0070433
Language
Studio
, Jennings Lang Productions, Playboy Enterprises

Themes

Cast

Johnny Crawford Johnny Crawford Lee Victoria Principal Victoria Principal Cathy Dennis Olivieri Arnie Diana Darrin Diana Darrin Fat Woman Norman Grabowski Norman Grabowski Sargent John Hillerman John Hillerman Psychiatrist Helen Horowitz Fat Child Robert Ito Robert Ito Samurai Warrior Marvin Miller Marvin Miller Fat Man Frank Parker Frank Parker College Professor

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Naked Ape about?
Somewhat based on Desmond Morris's fascinating book of pop anthropology, this partially animated satirical docudrama produced by Playboy Magazine publisher Hugh Hefner, traces the evolution of human kind and offers insight into the reasons why we behave the way we do. Though often dealing with sexuality, nothing in the film is terribly offensive or graphic. A prime example of mainstream experimental film-making from the early 70's featuring a young and breathtakingly lovely Victoria Principal.
Who directed The Naked Ape?
The Naked Ape was directed by Donald Driver.
Who stars in The Naked Ape?
The Naked Ape stars Johnny Crawford, Victoria Principal, Dennis Olivieri, Diana Darrin.
When was The Naked Ape released?
The Naked Ape is a 1973 animation, comedy, war film.
Where can I watch The Naked Ape?
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