The newest docuseries is being called unsettling yet wholly riveting. Read about the latest wild true-crime documentary series.
Tiger King's director, Eric Goode, has released a new docuseries called Chimp Crazy, and it's as bananas as you might expect.
The latest from the documentary filmmaker is a four-part series that examines the case of Tonia Haddix, a former nurse from Florida and self-proclaimed "Dolly Parton of Chimps," who spends her days caring for wild animals in captivity. It follows her run-ins with the animal rights organization People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) and authorities. When a court rules that the chimps are to be removed from Haddix's care, all but one are retrieved. With the desperate search for Tonka, a famous chimp who appeared in the film Buddy with actor Alan Cumming, a chilling game of cat-and-mouse begins.
The first two episodes are streaming now.
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With seven chimps in her care including Tonka, Haddix, an exotic animal broker, is the focus of the series, and other 'chimp moms' who form bonds with the chimps in their possession. Their fixation with the primates leads to neglect of the chimps' needs and even abuse and lies under oath as Haddix proclaims Tonka has died. The unsettling tale includes interviews with Cumming, who considers Tonka a "good friend" and offered a $10,000 reward to find the primate, matching a similar reward from PETA.
While exposing the mistreatment of animals is the director's goal, the series is an engrossing look into the complexities of human affection — and how far someone will go to 'protect' who they love.
Ready to watch the latest from the Tiger King director, Chimp Crazy? Read on to learn everything you need to know about streaming Chimp Crazy online.
When did Chimp Crazy premiere?
Chimp Crazy premiered on Sunday, August 18. The first and second episodes are currently available, with the third installment debuting September 1.
How to watch Chimp Crazy online
Chimp Crazy is streaming exclusively on Max. Besides Chimp Crazy, Max offers movies like Dune: Part 2 and Aquaman and hit TV shows like House of the Dragon. There are many binge-worthy exclusive series like Succession and True Detective. Memberships to watch this massive library of content start at $9.99 per month and you can save an additional 20% by signing up for an annual plan.
The streamer can also be added to an existing Prime Video account for $9.99 per month on top of the Prime Video membership fee.
What is Chimp Crazy based on?
Chimp Crazy is based on real-life interviews with Haddix and other 'chimp moms', rescuers and Alan Cumming.
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