Bedtime for Bonzo

Professor Peter Stirling attempts to prove that a chimpanzee can be raised like a human child to impress a potential father-in-law. He names the chimp Bonzo and enrolls him in a local school, leading to a series of chaotic and humorous situations. The experiment's success is tested when Bonzo's primal instincts inevitably surface, causing hilarious disruptions.

Bedtime for Bonzo was a lighthearted comedy that found moderate success, largely due to the charm of Ronald Reagan and the novelty of the chimpanzee co-star. While not a critical darling, it was generally viewed as harmless family entertainment, with audiences amused by the slapstick and the premise of a chimp in human situations.

• Amusing premise with a likable lead.
• Relies heavily on slapstick and animal antics.
• Simple, family-friendly humor.

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The film was Ronald Reagan's first starring role, and it was his wife Nancy Reagan who suggested the title 'Bedtime for Bonzo'.