Monkey Grip (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 1982, Monkey Grip is a drama film directed by Ken Cameron, running about 99 minutes. “Loving, hurting, caring, fighting, winning, losing, all part of ... Monkey Grip” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Nora is a single mother who wants to live the life of an artist, as do her friends -- a group of Melbourne writers, actors and musicians. But when she's drawn into a passionate affair with a heroin addict, Nora struggles to maintain control of her life.
Who’s in it. Monkey Grip stars Noni Hazlehurst as Nora, Colin Friels as Javo, Alice Garner as Gracie and Harold Hopkins as Willie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, Monkey Grip has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Monkey Grip page.
If you liked it. Fans of Monkey Grip tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Monkey Grip (1982)?
- In GB, Monkey Grip is available to rent or buy from Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Monkey Grip worth watching?
- Monkey Grip holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Monkey Grip?
- Monkey Grip stars Noni Hazlehurst, Colin Friels, Alice Garner, Harold Hopkins and Candy Raymond.
- When was Monkey Grip released?
- Monkey Grip was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.