Project Nim
From the team behind Man on Wire comes the story of Nim, the chimpanzee who in the 1970s became the focus of a landmark experiment which aimed to show that an ape could learn to communicate with language if raised and nurtured like a human child. Following Nim's extraordinary journey through human society, and the enduring impact he makes on the people he meets along the way, the film is an unflinching and unsentimental biography of an animal we tried to make human. What we learn about his true nature - and indeed our own - is comic, revealing and profoundly unsettling.
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Streaming now in the United States on Kanopy.
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Frequently asked questions about Project Nim
Where can I watch Project Nim in the United States?
Project Nim is available to stream on Kanopy in the United States, and to rent or buy on Google Play Movies and YouTube. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Project Nim for free?
Project Nim streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Project Nim?
Project Nim scores 6.9 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Project Nim?
Project Nim stars Bob Angelini, Bern Cohen, Reagan Leonard, Nim Chimpsky, and Stephanie LaFarge. James Marsh is the director.
How long is Project Nim?
Project Nim runs 1h 33m (93 minutes).
When did Project Nim come out?
Project Nim was released on July 8, 2011.
Which studio made Project Nim?
Project Nim was produced by BBC Film, Red Box Films, and Passion Pictures in the United Kingdom.
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.