Bedtime for Bonzo
"The funniest new idea on film since "FRANCIS!""
Originally released in 1951. Bedtime for Bonzo is a comedy/family film. directed by Frederick de Cordova. At just 83 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Ronald Reagan, Diana Lynn, and Walter Slezak
Synopsis
College prof Peter Boyd tries to salvage his professional and personal reputation by using a lab chimp to prove that environment trumps heredity in behavioral development.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 5, 1951
74 years ago
Runtime
1h 23m
83 minutes total
User Rating
5.9/10
Mixed (15 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Ronald Reagan
as Professor Peter Boyd
Diana Lynn
as Jane
Walter Slezak
as Professor Hans Neumann
Lucille Barkley
as Valerie Tillinghast
Jesse White
as Babcock
Herbert Heyes
as Dean Tillinghast
Herb Vigran
as Lt. Daggett
Harry Tyler
as Knucksy
Edward Clark
as Fosdick (as Ed Clark)
Edward Gargan
as Policeman (as Ed Gargan)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Universal International Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bedtime for Bonzo about?
College prof Peter Boyd tries to salvage his professional and personal reputation by using a lab chimp to prove that environment trumps heredity in behavioral development.
Who directed Bedtime for Bonzo?
Bedtime for Bonzo was directed by Frederick de Cordova.
How long is Bedtime for Bonzo?
Bedtime for Bonzo has a runtime of 1 hours and 23 minutes (83 minutes total).
When was Bedtime for Bonzo released?
Bedtime for Bonzo was released on April 5, 1951 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Bedtime for Bonzo?
The main cast of Bedtime for Bonzo includes Ronald Reagan, Diana Lynn, Walter Slezak, Lucille Barkley, Jesse White.