Return of the Ape Man
Synopsis
The discovery of a perfectly preserved caveman prompts a mad scientist to attempt a daring brain transplant.
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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Clip from "Return of the Ape Man" starring Bela Lugosi (2)
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-05-18
Top Cast
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Bela Lugosi
Prof. Dexter
John Carradine
Prof. John Gilmore
Frank Moran
Ape Man
Teala Loring
Anne Gilmore
Tod Andrews
Steve Rogers
Mary Currier
Hilda Gilmore
Ernie Adams
Tramp, Willie the Weasel
Eddy Chandler
Sergeant
George Zucco
Ape Man
Mike Donovan
Policeman Barney (uncredited)
George Eldredge
Policeman (uncredited)
Horace B. Carpenter
Theater Watchman (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 17, 1944
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Phil Rosen
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert Charles
- Original Title
- Return of the Ape Man
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Sam Katzman Productions, Monogram Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Phil Rosen
Robert Charles
Marcel Le Picard
Carl Pierson
Sam Katzman, Jack Dietz
Department Leadership Roster
Sam Katzman
Producer
Robert Charles
Screenplay
Jack Dietz
Producer
Phil Rosen
Director
Carl Pierson
Editor
Marcel Le Picard
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Return of the Ape Man
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What is Return of the Ape Man about?
The discovery of a perfectly preserved caveman prompts a mad scientist to attempt a daring brain transplant.
Who directed Return of the Ape Man?
Return of the Ape Man was directed by Phil Rosen.
Who stars in Return of the Ape Man?
The principal cast of Return of the Ape Man includes Bela Lugosi, John Carradine, Frank Moran, Teala Loring, Tod Andrews.
When was Return of the Ape Man released and how long is it?
Return of the Ape Man was released in 1944 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.