Monkey Business (1926): cast, story & where to watch
1926 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1926, Monkey Business is a comedy film directed by Robert F. McGowan, running about 20 minutes.
What it’s about. An abused chimpanzee escapes from a zoo. On the run, he meets Farina, running away from home and his battling parents. The two become friends and inspire the rest of the gang to put on a show to make money from neighborhood kids. But the chimp has his own idea and runs off creating havoc all over town until chased down by the local cops.
Who’s in it. Monkey Business stars Joe Cobb as Joe, Jackie Condon as Jackie, Mickey Daniels as Mickey and Allen 'Farina' Hoskins as Farina, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Monkey Business 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 Monkey Business page.
If you liked it. Fans of Monkey Business tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Monkey Business (1926)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Monkey Business change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Monkey Business worth watching?
- Monkey Business holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Monkey Business?
- Monkey Business stars Joe Cobb, Jackie Condon, Mickey Daniels, Allen 'Farina' Hoskins and Mary Kornman.
- When was Monkey Business released?
- Monkey Business was released in 1926, with a runtime of about 20 minutes.