Mighty Joe Young
As a child living in Africa, Jill Young saw her mother killed while protecting wild gorillas from poachers led by Andrei Strasser. Now an adult, Jill cares for an orphaned gorilla named Joe -- who, due to a genetic anomaly, is 15 feet tall. When Gregg O'Hara arrives from California and sees the animal, he convinces Jill that Joe would be safest at his wildlife refuge. But Strasser follows them to the U.S., intent on capturing Joe for himself.
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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 available to stream on Disney Plus in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Mighty Joe Young on Disney Plus?
Yes. Mighty Joe Young is streaming on Disney Plus in the United States.
Can I watch Mighty Joe Young for free?
Not free in the United States right now. Mighty Joe Young needs a subscription to Disney Plus, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for Mighty Joe Young?
Mighty Joe Young scores 6.3 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Mighty Joe Young?
Mighty Joe Young stars Charlize Theron, Bill Paxton, Rade Šerbedžija, Peter Firth, and David Paymer. Ron Underwood is the director.
How long is Mighty Joe Young?
Mighty Joe Young runs 1h 54m (114 minutes).
When did Mighty Joe Young come out?
Mighty Joe Young was released on December 25, 1998.
Which studio made Mighty Joe Young?
Mighty Joe Young was produced by Walt Disney Pictures, RKO Pictures, and The Jacobson Company in the United States.
What was the budget for Mighty Joe Young?
Mighty Joe Young was made on a budget of $90,000,000.
What languages is Mighty Joe Young in?
Mighty Joe Young is in Swahili and English, and its original language is English.
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