The Zoo Story (1961)
Peter and Jerry meet on a park bench in New York City's Central Park. Peter is a wealthy publishing executive with a wife, two daughters, two cats, and two parakeets. Jerry is an isolated and disheartened man, desperate to have a meaningful conversation with another human being. He intrudes on Peter's peaceful state by interrogating him and forcing him to listen to stories about his life and the reason behind his visit to the zoo.
Director: Henry Kaplan
Genre: Drama, TV Movie
Runtime: 60 min
Release Date: January 12, 1961
Cast
- Peter Sallis - Peter
- Kenneth Haigh - Jerry
Screenplay
Production: Granada Television, Associated-Rediffusion Television
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Henry Kaplan
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Zoo Story about?
- Peter and Jerry meet on a park bench in New York City's Central Park. Peter is a wealthy publishing executive with a wife, two daughters, two cats, and two parakeets. Jerry is an isolated and disheartened man, desperate to have a meaningful conversation with another human being. He intrudes on Peter's peaceful state by interrogating him and forcing him to listen to stories about his life and the reason behind his visit to the zoo.
- Who directed The Zoo Story?
- The Zoo Story was directed by Henry Kaplan.
- Who stars in The Zoo Story?
- The Zoo Story stars Peter Sallis, Kenneth Haigh.
- How long is The Zoo Story?
- The Zoo Story has a runtime of 1h 0m (60 minutes).
- What genre is The Zoo Story?
- The Zoo Story is a Drama, TV Movie film.