Mighty Joe Young (1949)

A young woman, Jill Young, grew up on her father's ranch in Africa, raising a large gorilla named Joe from an infant. Years later, she brings him to Hollywood to become a star.

Genres: Adventure, Fantasy, Drama, Action

What to watch after Mighty Joe Young

• King Kong (2005) — Same subject: giant ape, king kong
• Mogambo (1953) — Same subject: gorilla
• The Most Dangerous Game (1932) — Ernest B. Schoedsack directed both
• Rio Grande (1950) — John Ford produced both
• Cheyenne Autumn (1964) — John Ford produced both
• King Kong (1933) — Same feel: emotional, dramatic