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Product Details
Synopsis: Young boy befriends larcenous orangutan in luxury hotel.
Starring: Jason Alexander, Faye Dunaway
Supporting actors: Eric Lloyd, Rupert Everett, Graham Sack, Paul Reubens, Glenn Shadix, Nathan Davis, Jennifer Bassey, Judith Scott, Bruce Beatty, Danny Comden, Steven Gilborn, Lois De Banzie, Natalie Core, Eugenia Hamilton, Michelle Bonilla, Alexander Walters, Toribio Prado, Bree Turner, Kevin Kraft, Peter Siragusa
Directed by: Ken Kwapis
Genre: Comedy, Adventure, Family
Runtime: 1 hour 29 minutes
Release year: 1996
Studio: 20th Century Fox
MPAA Rating: Rated PG for some mild language and sensuality.
ASIN: B001NQ4DWG (Rental) and B001NQ0J10 (Purchase)
Amazon.com Sales Rank: #47,624 in Amazon Video On Demand (See Bestsellers in Amazon Video On Demand)
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Rental rights: 24 hour viewing period, play online or download to one location. Details
Purchase rights: No time limits. Play online and download to 2 locations. Details
Compatible with: Mac and PC online viewing, Windows PC download, TiVo DVRs, Sony BRAVIA Internet Video Link, Roku player, compatible portable video devices. System requirements
Format: Amazon Video on Demand (streaming online video and digital download)
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Dunston Checks In DVD ~ Jason Alexander

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Theatrical Release Information
  • US Theatrical Release Date: January 11, 1996
  • MPAA: Rated PG for some mild language and sensuality.
  • Production Company: Joe Wizan/Todd Black, Twentieth Century-Fox Film Corporation
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars A fun movie, August 30, 2001
By retrowens (Alabama, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Dunston Checks in [VHS] (VHS Tape)
You might expect "Dunston Checks In" to be a kiddy or cutesy show, and in a way it is, but it can also be a good family movie for anybody who likes comedies. A manager of a 5-star hotel in New York, Mr. Grant (Jason Alexander), has a great job, but he has to watch every step he takes because if he makes one mistake in the eyes of the owner, Mrs. Dubrow (Faye Dunaway), he could lose his high paying job and go from living in a 5-star hotel to something not so nice. Mr. Grant has two kids to raise, but things just might go haywire when an orangutan starts hanging out at the hotel.

But not to fret, not only is the orangutan named Dunston real smart, he can also make simple things hilarious. "Dunston Checks In" isn't a groundbreaking comedy and it's not that original, but it is fun to watch, and it can be funny. I recommend anybody who likes comedies that feature an animal as the main star to at least rent "Dunston Checks In," if not buying it.

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Dunston = Brilliance, December 17, 2000
By Todd Gray (Holt, Michigan United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Dunston Checks in [VHS] (VHS Tape)
Ah, the simple pleasures in life. Monkey movies are getting to be few and far between, with the bad ones overtaking the good. (Did anyone see Ed with Matt LeBlanc, yeah, i didn't think so) All those that feel that the genre of monkey movies is almost dead should see the brilliant Dunston Checks In. This film has it all: a monkey that wreaks havoc in a swanky hotel, and Jason Alexander really overacting. Jason, lighten up bud! you are in a monkey movie! The real pleasure comes in knowing that this film was an attempt to breath life into the monkey movie genre, a field that has been over looked by the Oscars for numerous years. The only problem with this film is that it is far too short. When will filmakers realize that monkey films should be epics, not 90 minute comedies. Give me an epic monkey movie over the same old Martin Lawrence and Eddie Murphy garbage anyday. Dunston, i think i speak for everyone when i say: I love you!
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Great family fun!, April 17, 2002
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This review is from: Dunston Checks In (DVD)
"Dunston Checks In" is great family fun. The plot involves a chimp who wreaks havoc in a five-star Manhattan Hotel and befriends the manager's young sons in the process. Warm-hearted, funny, and quite entertaining for ages 4 and up. The chimp and his antics are adorable and the acting is quite good, featuring performances by Jason Alexander (as the hotel manager), Faye Dunaway (as a Leona Helmsley-like hotel owner), Rupert Everett (as Dunston's owner), and Pee-Wee Herman.
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5.0 out of 5 stars You'll Go Ape For This Movie
This family filled fun movie is great for kids and adults alike. this movie is really good. and fun for everyone. I Recommend it for everyone
Published 21 days ago by David A. Smith

5.0 out of 5 stars My DVD: Dunston Checks In
The DVD Movie was delivered in good Condition, Fast Delivery and the pacage was not Ripped, the Movie played good and my Family loved it, So I have to give this DVD Movie 100% and... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Roy J. Maricle

4.0 out of 5 stars A Pleasant Surprise, Especially Dunaway
This was surprisingly entertaining and with a few minor exceptions, very inoffensive family fare. It's another one of those adults-and-kids-can-both-enjoy flicks with a number of... Read more
Published 10 months ago by Craig Connell

5.0 out of 5 stars dustin checks in
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5.0 out of 5 stars Dunkston Checks In DVD
Very Fun Movie, Cute boys and an orangutan have a special bond.
Full of laughs and a sweet bond with their father.
Published 19 months ago by Peggy Shipes

5.0 out of 5 stars Dunston is a hit for all ages!
My 10 yr old son has this movie & absolutely loved it, so I purchased it for my friend's children for Christmas. They loved it too! Read more
Published 23 months ago by Susan B.

5.0 out of 5 stars I know it's for kids but...
I was suprised that I actually liked this. Ape Dunston! It is warm, fun, and slightly zany, and seems not to take itself too seriously which is a good thing to me... Read more
Published on August 4, 2007 by DURGAZ

4.0 out of 5 stars Dunston Checks In
My grandchildren love this movie. There is one word that is said that I'm not pleased about being in it but it was subject for discussion about what is appropriate language. Read more
Published on July 19, 2007 by memaw

4.0 out of 5 stars Hilarity Checks In.
This is a hilarious "monkey movie" starring Dunston, a misguided orangutan who has been coopted into a life of crime in a big-city hotel, managed by Jason Alexander, and owned by... Read more
Published on July 7, 2007 by REB

5.0 out of 5 stars perfect grandparent and grandchildren movie
My grandsons really enjoyed watching Dunston, many times, in parts and in its entirety. We had so much fun together enjoying the antics of Dunston and the other silliness. Read more
Published on April 27, 2007 by Nana

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