The Monster and the Ape (1945)

A famous scientist invents a humanoid robot (the titular "monster"), so a greedy rival scientist plans to steal it for use in his criminal plans. His henchmen often kidnap a trained gorilla (the titular "ape") from the zoo, to aid in the schemes.

Directed by: Howard Bretherton

Cast: Robert Lowery, George Macready, Ralph Morgan, Carole Mathews, Willie Best, Jack Ingram, Anthony Warde, Ted Mapes, Eddie Parker, Stanley Price, Charles King, Kenneth MacDonald

Genres: Action, Adventure, Crime, Horror, Sci-Fi

Rating: 6.1/10

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