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People of the Forest: The Chimps of Gombe (1988): Cast

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People of the Forest: The Chimps of Gombe is a 1988 documentary directed by Hugo van Lawick, starring Donald Sutherland as Narrator (voice) and Jane Goodall. It runs 1 hour 33 minutes.

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People of the Forest: The Chimps of Gombe (1988) movie poster
Release year
Runtime
1h 33m (93 min)
Director
Hugo van Lawick
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is People of the Forest: The Chimps of Gombe About?

The premise of People of the Forest: The Chimps of Gombe without spoilers.

Documentary about chimps in Gombe.

People of the Forest: The Chimps of Gombe Themes & Keywords

· 13 tags
  • chimpanzee
  • wildlife
  • habitat encroachment
  • living in the jungle
  • voice over
  • narration
  • nature
  • polio epidemic
  • anthropomorphic ape
  • animal in title
  • place name in title
  • eight word title
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  • place in title
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Cast & crew

People of the Forest: The Chimps of Gombe Cast & Characters

Donald Sutherland leads the cast as Narrator (voice), with Jane Goodall. Directed by Hugo van Lawick.

From the director

More from Hugo van Lawick

One more film directed by Hugo van Lawick: The Leopard Son.

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People of the Forest: The Chimps of Gombe FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of People of the Forest: The Chimps of Gombe, each answered in a sentence.

How long is People of the Forest: The Chimps of Gombe?

People of the Forest: The Chimps of Gombe runs 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).

When was People of the Forest: The Chimps of Gombe released?

People of the Forest: The Chimps of Gombe was released in 1988.

Who directed People of the Forest: The Chimps of Gombe?

People of the Forest: The Chimps of Gombe was directed by Hugo van Lawick.

More films by Hugo van Lawick

Who is in the cast of People of the Forest: The Chimps of Gombe?

People of the Forest: The Chimps of Gombe stars Donald Sutherland as Narrator (voice) and Jane Goodall.

Does People of the Forest: The Chimps of Gombe have a post-credit scene?

No. People of the Forest: The Chimps of Gombe has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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