---
title: "MVP: Most Valuable Primate"
year: 2000
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/mvp-most-valuable-primate-2000"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 32834
imdb_id: "tt0196106"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 93
community_rating: 4.8
vote_count: 98
content_rating: "PG"
---

# MVP: Most Valuable Primate (2000) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/mvp-most-valuable-primate-2000

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Released in the United States on October 20, 2000, MVP: Most Valuable Primate is a comedy and family film with a runtime of one hour and thirty-three minutes and a PG rating. The story centers on Jack, a three-year-old chimpanzee who has been the subject of a long-term experiment conducted by Dr. Kendall, a researcher teaching Jack how to communicate using sign language. During a practice session for Steven's junior league hockey team, Jack scrambles onto the ice. There, Steven and his teammates discover that the chimpanzee possesses a natural talent for the game of hockey. Promotional material for the film notes that Jack skates a little faster, shoots a little harder, and is driving everyone bananas.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Fawesome | Amazon Video, Fandango At Home |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | Rakuten TV, Plex | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Plex | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Plex | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Robert Vince
- **Networks / Studios**: Keystone Family Pictures, Funky Monkey Productions, Air Bud Entertainment

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Kevin Zegers** as *Steven Westover*
- **Jamie Renée Smith** as *Tara Westover*
- **Alexa Benette Fox** as *Jane*
- **Lomax Study** as *Dr. Kendall*
- **Russell Ferrier** as *Darren*
- **Jane Sowerby** as *Julie Beston*
- **Ingrid Tesch** as *Susie Westover*
- **Philip Granger** as *Mark Westover*
- **Rick Ducommun** as *Coach Marlowe*
- **Aaron Smolinski** as *Pete*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch MVP: Most Valuable Primate online?
MVP: Most Valuable Primate is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, Fandango At Home. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is MVP: Most Valuable Primate worth watching?
MVP: Most Valuable Primate holds a community rating of 4.8/10 based on 98 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy, Family for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie MVP: Most Valuable Primate and when was it released?
MVP: Most Valuable Primate is a feature film with a runtime of 93 minutes. It was released in 2000. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed MVP: Most Valuable Primate?
MVP: Most Valuable Primate was directed by Robert Vince.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [MVP: Most Valuable Primate — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/32834)
- [MVP: Most Valuable Primate (2000) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0196106/fullcredits/)
- [MVP: Most Valuable Primate (2000) - Cast & Crew — The Movie ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/32834-mvp-most-valuable-primate/cast)
- [MVP: Most Valuable Primate (2000) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/mvp-most-valuable-primate/credits)

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