Murders in the Zoo (1933): cast, story & where to watch
1933 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1933, Murders in the Zoo is a crime and horror film directed by A. Edward Sutherland, running about 62 minutes. “HE KILLED FOR LOVE...AND LOVED TO KILL!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Dr. Gorman is a millionaire adventurer, traveling the world in search of dangerous game. His bored, beautiful, much younger wife entertains herself in the arms of other men. In turn, Gorman uses his animals to kill these men. When a New York City zoo suggests a fundraising gala, Gorman sees a prime opportunity to dispatch the dashing Roger and anyone else who might cross him.
Who’s in it. Murders in the Zoo stars Charles Ruggles as Peter Yates, Lionel Atwill as Eric Gorman, Gail Patrick as Jerry Evans and Randolph Scott as Jack Woodford, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Murders in the Zoo has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Murders in the Zoo page.
If you liked it. Fans of Murders in the Zoo tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Murders in the Zoo (1933)?
- In US, Murders in the Zoo is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Murders in the Zoo worth watching?
- Murders in the Zoo holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Murders in the Zoo?
- Murders in the Zoo stars Charles Ruggles, Lionel Atwill, Gail Patrick, Randolph Scott and John Lodge.
- When was Murders in the Zoo released?
- Murders in the Zoo was released in 1933, with a runtime of about 62 minutes.