Family Fun with Monkeys: A Film Collection

Description: While not exclusively about monkeys, the film features King Louie, a memorable orangutan, adding a fun element to Mowgli's jungle adventures.

Fact: King Louie was originally going to be a bear, but was changed to an orangutan to avoid confusion with Baloo.

Description: This film follows a young girl who adopts a mischievous monkey, leading to a series of comedic and heartwarming adventures. It's a great pick for families looking for light-hearted fun with a furry twist.

Fact: The monkey in the film, named Dodger, was played by a capuchin monkey named Finnegan, who also starred in "Outbreak."

Description: A family-friendly comedy where a hotel manager's son befriends a jewel-thieving orangutan, leading to chaos and laughter. It's a perfect blend of slapstick humor and family bonding.

Fact: The orangutan in the film was portrayed by two orangutans named Sam and Tammy.

Description: This live-action adaptation features a gorilla named Ape, who acts as a mentor to George, providing both laughs and lessons about living in harmony with nature.

Fact: The film was inspired by the 1967 cartoon series of the same name.

Description: Featuring a group of zoo animals, including the lovable lemurs, this animated film is filled with humor and the theme of finding one's place in the world.

Fact: The lemurs in the film were inspired by the real-life lemurs of Madagascar.

Description: While not solely about monkeys, Tarzan's interactions with the apes of the jungle are central to his character and the film's plot.

Fact: The film uses CGI to depict the apes, making their movements and expressions very realistic.

Description: An animated tale from Chinese mythology, this film showcases the adventures of Sun Wukong, the Monkey King, offering a cultural twist on the monkey theme.

Fact: The film was a co-production between China and Hong Kong.

Description: Although more of a cult classic, this film involves a giant ape and a human companion, offering a unique take on the "monkey" theme with its adventurous plot.

Fact: It's often compared to "King Kong" due to its similar premise.

Description: Based on the beloved children's books, this animated film follows the adventures of George, a curious little monkey, and his human friend, The Man with the Yellow Hat.

Fact: The film was nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Original Song.

Description: Continuing the adventures of Sun Wukong, this sequel delves deeper into the mythology and adds more action-packed sequences with monkeys.

Fact: The film features a blend of CGI and traditional animation techniques to bring the mythical creatures to life.