Return of the Ape Man (1944): cast, story & where to watch
1944 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1944, Return of the Ape Man is a horror and science fiction film directed by Phil Rosen, running about 60 minutes.
What it’s about. The discovery of a perfectly preserved caveman prompts a mad scientist to attempt a daring brain transplant.
Who’s in it. Return of the Ape Man stars Bela Lugosi as Prof. Dexter, John Carradine as Prof. John Gilmore, Frank Moran as Ape Man and Tod Andrews as Steve Rogers, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Return of the Ape Man has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Return of the Ape Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of Return of the Ape Man tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Return of the Ape Man (1944)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Return of the Ape Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Return of the Ape Man worth watching?
- Return of the Ape Man holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Return of the Ape Man?
- Return of the Ape Man stars Bela Lugosi, John Carradine, Frank Moran, Tod Andrews and Teala Loring.
- When was Return of the Ape Man released?
- Return of the Ape Man was released in 1944, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.