American Zoo
Synopsis
The Catskill Game Farm was America's first ever private zoo, fostering beloved childhood memories for a generation before falling into disrepair and closing in 2006. Amongst the rubble, filmmakers discover reels of home movies which would expose a shocking new chapter of the zoo's history.
Release History & Theatrical Window
Tribeca Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tim Travers Hawkins
- Original Title
- American Zoo
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tim Travers Hawkins
Julia Nottingham, Melanie Archer
Department Leadership Roster
Tim Travers Hawkins
Director
Julia Nottingham
Producer
Melanie Archer
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for American Zoo.
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Frequently Asked Questions About American Zoo
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is American Zoo about?
The Catskill Game Farm was America's first ever private zoo, fostering beloved childhood memories for a generation before falling into disrepair and closing in 2006. Amongst the rubble, filmmakers discover reels of home movies which would expose a shocking new chapter of the zoo's history.
Who directed American Zoo?
American Zoo was directed by Tim Travers Hawkins.
Who stars in American Zoo?
The principal cast of American Zoo includes Not specified.
When was American Zoo released and how long is it?
American Zoo was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.