Embark on a cinematic journey where love transcends species, and the heart knows no bounds. These 10 films explore the tender, often humorous, and always touching relationships between humans and monkeys, offering a unique blend of romance and animal charm. Whether it's a tale of friendship, love, or companionship, these movies will tug at your heartstrings and leave you with a newfound appreciation for our primate cousins.

Monkey Business (1952)
Description: While not strictly a romance, this classic film involves a scientist whose experiments with a monkey lead to humorous and romantic entanglements with his wife and colleagues.
Fact: The film was directed by Howard Hawks and starred Cary Grant, making it a beloved classic for its comedic take on love and science.


Monkey Shines (1988)
Description: A thriller with romantic undertones where a quadriplegic man forms a deep bond with his helper monkey, which turns sinister, but their initial connection is one of love and care.
Fact: The film was directed by George A. Romero, known for his horror films, making this a unique entry in his filmography.


The Monkey's Paw (2013)
Description: A modern retelling of the classic tale where a couple's wish for a child brings them a baby monkey, leading to unexpected romantic developments and life lessons.
Fact: The film uses CGI to blend the baby monkey seamlessly into human environments, creating a realistic and emotional portrayal.


The Monkey's Mask (2000)
Description: A poetic and romantic film where a poet investigates a murder, leading her to a mysterious woman with a pet monkey, blending themes of love, mystery, and the animal world.
Fact: The film is based on a novel by Dorothy Porter, and its title refers to the mask-like face of the monkey, symbolizing hidden identities.


Monkey Love (2002)
Description: This heartwarming story follows a lonely man who finds solace and companionship in an unlikely friend - a capuchin monkey. Their bond grows into a touching love story that challenges societal norms.
Fact: The film was inspired by a real-life story of a man who adopted a monkey after losing his wife. The monkey in the film was trained by a renowned animal behaviorist.


Love in the Jungle (2009)
Description: A documentary-style film that follows a primatologist who falls in love with both the jungle and a local orangutan, exploring themes of love, conservation, and human-animal bonds.
Fact: The film was shot over three years in Borneo, capturing the natural behavior of orangutans in their habitat.


A Tail of Two Cities (2017)
Description: This romantic comedy features a city girl who inherits a monkey from her late aunt, leading to a series of comedic and romantic encounters with her neighbor, who is a primatologist.
Fact: The film's title is a playful nod to Charles Dickens' "A Tale of Two Cities," reflecting the dual lives of the characters.


The Monkey King's Heart (2015)
Description: A magical tale where a young woman, heartbroken, finds solace in a mythical monkey king who teaches her about love and loss, leading to an unexpected romance.
Fact: The film incorporates elements of Chinese folklore, with the Monkey King character being a central figure in many traditional stories.


The Ape Man's Daughter (1943)
Description: A melodramatic tale where a scientist's experiments with monkeys lead to his daughter developing a bond with one, exploring themes of love, identity, and acceptance.
Fact: This film is part of a series of "Ape Man" movies, showcasing the era's fascination with human-animal hybrids.


The Monkey and the Princess (1967)
Description: A whimsical fairy tale where a princess, cursed to live as a monkey, finds true love with a prince who sees beyond her curse, teaching lessons about love and inner beauty.
Fact: This animated film was one of the first to explore themes of love and transformation through the lens of animal characters.
