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Return of the Ape Man
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Return of the Ape Man

1944-07-17 · 60 min · ★ 5.6

Horror · Science Fiction

The discovery of a perfectly preserved caveman prompts a mad scientist to attempt a daring brain transplant.

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Directors
Phil Rosen
Production companies
Sam Katzman Productions, Monogram Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Bela LugosiBela LugosiProf. Dexter
John CarradineJohn CarradineProf. John Gilmore
Frank MoranFrank MoranApe Man
Teala LoringTeala LoringAnne Gilmore
Tod AndrewsTod AndrewsSteve Rogers
Mary CurrierMary CurrierHilda Gilmore
Ernie AdamsErnie AdamsTramp, Willie the Weasel
Eddy ChandlerEddy ChandlerSergeant
George ZuccoGeorge ZuccoApe Man
Mike DonovanPoliceman Barney (uncredited)
George EldredgeGeorge EldredgePoliceman (uncredited)
Horace B. CarpenterHorace B. CarpenterTheater Watchman (uncredited)

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