I'm a Monkey's Uncle (1948): cast, story & where to watch
1948 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1948, I'm a Monkey's Uncle is a comedy film directed by Jules White, running about 16 minutes. “The Stooges are cavemen in the Stone Age who must fight for their mates Aggie, Maggie and Baggie.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Set in the stone age, the stooges are cavemen who must have various misadventures hunting, gathering, and otherwise coping with prehistoric life. When some other cavemen threaten to take their women ("Aggie", "Maggie", and "Baggy"), the boys fight them off with a catapulting tree branch that shoots rocks and eggs.
Who’s in it. I'm a Monkey's Uncle stars Moe Howard as Moe, Larry Fine as Larry, Shemp Howard as Shemp and Dee Green as Baggie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, I'm a Monkey's Uncle 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 I'm a Monkey's Uncle page.
If you liked it. Fans of I'm a Monkey's Uncle tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch I'm a Monkey's Uncle (1948)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for I'm a Monkey's Uncle change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is I'm a Monkey's Uncle worth watching?
- I'm a Monkey's Uncle holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in I'm a Monkey's Uncle?
- I'm a Monkey's Uncle stars Moe Howard, Larry Fine, Shemp Howard, Dee Green and Virginia Hunter.