Deep in the African jungle, a baby named George, the sole survivor of a plane crash, is raised by gorillas. George grows up to be a buff and lovable klutz who has a rain forest full of animal friends: Tookie, his big-beaked toucan messenger; Ape, a witty talking gorilla; and Shep, a peanut-loving pooch of an elephant. But when poachers mess with George's pals, the King Of Swing swings into action.
George George, George of the Jungle. Boom boom BOOM BOOM . . . Oh, please shut up.
– Liam Lacey,
Globe and Mail,
12 Apr 2002
fresh:
A pleasant surprise, one of the most witty, entertaining family films to come out in some time.
– Mick LaSalle,
San Francisco Chronicle,
18 Jun 2002
fresh:
The story is incidental -- the villain wants to abduct the talking ape for financial gain -- and thankfully the animatronics and computer effects aren't allowed to overwhelm the proceedings.
– Wally Hammond,
Time Out,
9 Feb 2006
fresh:
Not quite inspired lunacy, the film has a game, likable quality and strong sequel potential.