George of the Jungle

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1997 • 92 min • Adventure · Comedy · Family · Romance

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Synopsis

Deep in the African jungle, a baby named George, the sole survivor of a plane crash, is raised by gorillas. George grows up to be a buff and lovable klutz who has a rainforest full of animal friends: Tookie, his big-beaked toucan messenger; Ape, a witty talking gorilla; and Shep, a peanut-loving pooch of an elephant. But when poachers mess with George's pals, the King of Swing swings into action.

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Best from age 6

Movie Knight Score

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100 Reviewers · 1 · 51%
57 Audience · 2297 · 49%

Raised by gorillas, George is a lovable klutz who protects his jungle home and animal friends. When he falls for an American explorer, he ventures into civilization, leading to hilarious culture clashes and heartwarming romance.

Violence & peril: 3/10
Language: 2/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 1/10
Romance & sensuality: 2/10
Scary moments: 2/10

Heads up

Slapstick falls and cartoonish injuries
Some mild innuendo and shirtless scenes
Animal poachers (non-graphic)

What it models well

Love and acceptance
Protecting nature
Loyalty to friends

Talk about it after

Differences between city and jungle life
The importance of animal conservation
Navigating new experiences

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Top billed cast

Director: Sam Weisman • Crew: Audrey Wells, Dana Olsen, Dana Olsen

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