

The Gorilla
“You'll SHAKE with laughter and SHIVER with suspense as a wild gorilla runs loose through a mystery house. New laughs! New surprises! New thrills!”
Synopsis
A series of murders that take place in an old, dark mansion are suspected of being committed by an ape. (lost film)
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November 2, 1930
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bryan Foy
- Screenplay & Story
- Ralph Spence
- Original Title
- The Gorilla
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 10m
- Production Studios
- First National Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bryan Foy
Ralph Spence, Herman Ruby, B. Harrison Orkow
Department Leadership Roster
Bryan Foy
Director
Ralph Spence
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Gorilla
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Gorilla about?
A series of murders that take place in an old, dark mansion are suspected of being committed by an ape. (lost film)
Who directed The Gorilla?
The Gorilla was directed by Bryan Foy.
Who stars in The Gorilla?
The principal cast of The Gorilla includes Joe Frisco, Harry Gribbon, Walter Pidgeon, Lila Lee, Purnell Pratt.
When was The Gorilla released and how long is it?
The Gorilla was released in 1930 with a total runtime of 1h 10m.


















