Where to watch The Ape (1940) in the UK
The Ape (1940) is currently available to stream in the UK on Amazon Prime Video, Cultpix, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It can also be rented from Amazon Video or bought from Amazon Video. Last verified on 7 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.
Jungle Beast or Man of Science?
Dr. Bernard Adrian is a kindly scientist who seeks to cure a young woman's polio. He needs human spinal fluid to complete the formula for his experimental serum. Meanwhile, a vicious circus ape has broken out of its cage, and is terrorizing the townspeople. Can there be a connection?
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1940 THE APE - Boris Karloff - Trailer
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Cast & crew
Top-billed cast in The Ape.
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Boris KarloffDr. Bernard Adrian -
Maris WrixonFrances Clifford -
Gene O'DonnellDanny Foster -
Dorothy VaughanMother Clifford -
Henry HallSheriff Jeff Halliday -
Selmer JacksonDr. McNulty -
Gertrude HoffmannJane the Housekeeper -
Jessie ArnoldMrs. Brill
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The Ape — frequently asked questions
Where can I stream The Ape in the UK?
The Ape (1940) is currently included in subscriptions to Amazon Prime Video, Cultpix, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United Kingdom. Sign-in is required to play. Streaming licences change occasionally — ScreenSearch refreshes its data daily.
How much does it cost to rent The Ape?
Rental prices vary by service and tier (HD vs 4K), typically £3.49 to £5.99 in the UK for a 48-hour rental. ScreenSearch links you straight to Amazon Video so you can check the current price.
Can I buy a digital copy of The Ape?
Yes. The Ape can be bought as a digital download from Amazon Video in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.
Is The Ape on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?
The Ape is currently included with: Amazon Prime Video, Cultpix, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.
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