Missing Link
“Deep in the past... Lost to all memory... Lies a mystery that has haunted man for a million years.”
Synopsis
A million years ago in Africa: the last of the ape-humans is on flight from the humans, who killed the rest of his clan. Alone, seeking others of his kind, he traverses steps, deserts and mountains until he reaches the coast. But there are already humans, too.
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Missing Link 1988 Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-08-08
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 4, 1988
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Hughes, Carol Hughes
- Screenplay & Story
- David Hughes, Carol Hughes
- Original Score
- Mike Trim, Sammy Hurden
- Original Title
- Missing Link
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- Guber-Peters-Barris Productions, Universal Pictures, Kane International
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Hughes, Carol Hughes
David Hughes, Carol Hughes
Mike Trim, Sammy Hurden
David Dickie
Dennis B. Kane, Jon Peters, Peter Guber
Department Leadership Roster
David Hughes
Director
Carol Hughes
Director
David Hughes
Writer
Carol Hughes
Writer
Dennis B. Kane
Producer
David Dickie
Editor
Mike Trim
Original Music Composer
Sammy Hurden
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Missing Link
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What is Missing Link about?
A million years ago in Africa: the last of the ape-humans is on flight from the humans, who killed the rest of his clan. Alone, seeking others of his kind, he traverses steps, deserts and mountains until he reaches the coast. But there are already humans, too.
Who directed Missing Link?
Missing Link was directed by David Hughes, Carol Hughes.
Who stars in Missing Link?
The principal cast of Missing Link includes Peter Elliott, Michael Gambon.
When was Missing Link released and how long is it?
Missing Link was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for Missing Link?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Missing Link was composed by Mike Trim, Sammy Hurden.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Missing Link?
Missing Link holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).