Zoo in Budapest (1933): cast, story & where to watch
1933 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1933, Zoo in Budapest is a drama and romance film directed by Rowland V. Lee, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. Zani is an unusual young man who has spent his entire life in a zoo in Budapest. His only true friends are the zoo's animals. When Zani meets Eve, a young orphan girl, they fall in love. To be together Eve must somehow escape from her strict orphan school. When she does she and Zani must hide overnight in the zoo - where everyone is looking to find them.
Who’s in it. Zoo in Budapest stars Loretta Young as Eve, Gene Raymond as Zani, O. P. Heggie as Dr. Grunbaum and Wally Albright as Paul Vandor, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Zoo in Budapest has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Zoo in Budapest page.
If you liked it. Fans of Zoo in Budapest tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Zoo in Budapest (1933)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Zoo in Budapest change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Zoo in Budapest worth watching?
- Zoo in Budapest holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Zoo in Budapest?
- Zoo in Budapest stars Loretta Young, Gene Raymond, O. P. Heggie, Wally Albright and Paul Fix.
- When was Zoo in Budapest released?
- Zoo in Budapest was released in 1933, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.