The Jungle Captive (1945): cast, story & where to watch
1945 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1945, The Jungle Captive is a horror and science fiction film directed by Harold Young, running about 63 minutes. “SHE-MONSTER... loving to kill!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Once again Paula the ape woman is brought back to life, this time by a mad doctor and his disfigured assistant, who also kidnaps a nurse in order to have a female blood donor.
Who’s in it. The Jungle Captive stars Otto Kruger as Dr. Stendahl, Rondo Hatton as Moloch the Brute, Amelita Ward as Ann Forrester and Phil Brown as Don Young, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Jungle Captive has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Jungle Captive page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Jungle Captive tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Jungle Captive (1945)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Jungle Captive change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Jungle Captive worth watching?
- The Jungle Captive holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Jungle Captive?
- The Jungle Captive stars Otto Kruger, Rondo Hatton, Amelita Ward, Phil Brown and Vicky Lane.
- When was The Jungle Captive released?
- The Jungle Captive was released in 1945, with a runtime of about 63 minutes.