The Zoo Story
Synopsis
Peter and Jerry meet on a park bench in New York City's Central Park. Peter is a wealthy publishing executive with a wife, two daughters, two cats, and two parakeets. Jerry is an isolated and disheartened man, desperate to have a meaningful conversation with another human being. He intrudes on Peter's peaceful state by interrogating him and forcing him to listen to stories about his life and the reason behind his visit to the zoo.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Henry Kaplan
- Screenplay & Story
- Edward Albee
- Original Title
- The Zoo Story
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Granada Television, Associated-Rediffusion Television
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Henry Kaplan
Edward Albee
Department Leadership Roster
Henry Kaplan
Director
Edward Albee
Writer
William Brodie
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Zoo Story
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What is The Zoo Story about?
Peter and Jerry meet on a park bench in New York City's Central Park. Peter is a wealthy publishing executive with a wife, two daughters, two cats, and two parakeets. Jerry is an isolated and disheartened man, desperate to have a meaningful conversation with another human being. He intrudes on Peter's peaceful state by interrogating him and forcing him to listen to stories about his life and the reason behind his visit to the zoo.
Who directed The Zoo Story?
The Zoo Story was directed by Henry Kaplan.
Who stars in The Zoo Story?
The principal cast of The Zoo Story includes Peter Sallis, Kenneth Haigh.
When was The Zoo Story released and how long is it?
The Zoo Story was released in 1961 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Zoo Story?
The Zoo Story holds official age classifications: GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.).