Summer of the Monkeys (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1998, Summer of the Monkeys is a family film directed by Michael Anderson, running about 101 minutes. “One Boy's Adventure Leads To The Adventure Of A Lifetime!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. One summer, Jay finds four chimps on the prairie who have fallen off a circus cart.
Who’s in it. Summer of the Monkeys stars Michael Ontkean as John Lee, Leslie Hope as Sarah Lee, Wilford Brimley as Grandpa Sam Ferrans and Corey Sevier as Jay Berry Lee, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Summer of the Monkeys 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 Summer of the Monkeys page.
If you liked it. Fans of Summer of the Monkeys tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Back to the Future, The Lion King and Coco.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Summer of the Monkeys (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Summer of the Monkeys change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Summer of the Monkeys worth watching?
- Summer of the Monkeys holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Summer of the Monkeys?
- Summer of the Monkeys stars Michael Ontkean, Leslie Hope, Wilford Brimley, Corey Sevier and Katie Stuart.
- When was Summer of the Monkeys released?
- Summer of the Monkeys was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.