The Musician Monkey (1878): cast, story & where to watch
1878 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1878, The Musician Monkey is an animation film directed by Émile Reynaud, running about 1 minutes.
What it’s about. A pre-cinematograph colour animation of the monkey playing his violin.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, The Musician Monkey 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 The Musician Monkey page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Musician Monkey tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Musician Monkey (1878)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Musician Monkey change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Musician Monkey worth watching?
- The Musician Monkey holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The Musician Monkey released?
- The Musician Monkey was released in 1878, with a runtime of about 1 minutes.