Mighty Joe Young
A young woman, Jill Young, grew up on her father's ranch in Africa, raising a large gorilla named Joe from an infant. Years later, she brings him to Hollywood to become a star.
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Not on a subscription service in the United States yet. Rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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Mighty Joe Young - Original Theatrical Trailer (Special Effects Collection)
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Frequently asked questions about Mighty Joe Young
Where can I watch Mighty Joe Young in the United States?
Mighty Joe Young is not on a subscription streaming service in the United States at the moment, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
What are the ratings for Mighty Joe Young?
Mighty Joe Young scores 6.4 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Mighty Joe Young?
Mighty Joe Young stars Terry Moore, Ben Johnson, Robert Armstrong, Frank McHugh, and Douglas Fowley. Ernest B. Schoedsack is the director.
How long is Mighty Joe Young?
Mighty Joe Young runs 1h 34m (94 minutes).
When did Mighty Joe Young come out?
Mighty Joe Young was released on July 13, 1949.
Which studio made Mighty Joe Young?
Mighty Joe Young was produced by Argosy Pictures and RKO Radio Pictures in the United States.
What was the budget for Mighty Joe Young?
Mighty Joe Young was made on a budget of $1,800,000.
How much did Mighty Joe Young make at the box office?
Mighty Joe Young grossed $1,950,000 worldwide, against a budget of $1,800,000.
What languages is Mighty Joe Young in?
Mighty Joe Young is in English and Swahili, and its original language is English.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.