Dunston Checks In.

Name: Dunston Checks In
Genre: Comedy, Adventure, Family
Released: 1996-01-12
Duration: 88 min
Cast: Jason Alexander, Faye Dunaway, Eric Lloyd, Rupert Everett, Graham Sack

One hotel. One unexpected guest.

An orangutan used by a jewel thief escapes into an elegant hotel and befriends the manager's son. Keeping the animal safe becomes increasingly difficult as staff prepare for an important inspection.

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Why it’s a little special

The hotel's carefully ordered world provides plenty of room for physical comedy and an unlikely friendship.

BEFORE YOU PRESS PLAY

Know the story.
Know your little people.

Parental guidance suggested

US film rating

Animal mistreatment and threats, criminal behavior, falls, and mild rude humor.

Our notes are a starting point, not an age recommendation. G and PG films can still include intense moments. You know your family best.

BEHIND THE SCENES

The little details.

Directed by: Ken Kwapis
Starring: Jason Alexander, Faye Dunaway, Eric Lloyd, Rupert Everett, Graham Sack, Paul Reubens, Glenn Shadix, Nathan Davis, Jennifer Bassey
Written by: John Hopkins, Bruce Graham
Produced by: Joe Wizan, Todd Black, Rodney Liber
Release date: January 12, 1996
Runtime: 88 minutes
Genre: Comedy, Adventure, Family
Studio: 20th Century Fox
Language: English

LIGHTS DOWN. SNACKS READY.

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