The Urban Monkey with Murray Foote
In the tradition of Alby Mangels, Steve Irwin, Harry Butler and The Bush Tucker Man - comes Murray Foote - animal warrior, conservationist, scientist, recording artist, good bloke and ladies man. In 1987, Murray was fortunate to front his own television program, The Urban Monkey, which unfortunately was lost, and then rediscovered recently in a garage in suburban Melbourne.
Cast: Sam Simmons, Stevie Hesketh, Janis McGavin
Season 1
11 episodes
- 1. ConceptionMurray Foote, animal warrior, conservationist, scientist, musical recording artist and good bloke, introduces us to the 'Oval of Life' and its first stop: Conception.CC4minSep 14, 2009
- 2. BirthMurray plays midwife to Lee Anne and Keith's love child, and reveals, to everyone's dismay, that Keith's brother Glenn is actually adopted.CC4minSep 21, 2009
- 3. SurvivalHow will Keith fare in comparison to his human ancestors in the fight for survival this week? Can Keith manage to fend for himself?CC4minSep 28, 2009
- 4. HomeWill Keith survive being locked in a really confined space like the birthday cupboard; and what happens when you swallow a ball of wool?CC4minOct 5, 2009
- 5. KnowledgeMurray teaches Keith and the Urban Monkeys about the power of knowledge; and they look at what a dog's tail wag really means.CC4minOct 12, 2009
- 6. FriendsMurray attends a party with the Urban Monkeys - but is he really a welcome guest? Can Keith make any friends? Can Siamangs cook pastry?CC4minOct 19, 2009
- 7. LoveWill Keith be able to grasp the concept of love by the end of the episode? Will Lee Anne fall in love with Keith?CC4minOct 26, 2009
- 8. BoredomWhat does Keith think about when he's bored? What does a Siamang quiche taste like, has Ranger Tim ever eaten one? What is 'stress'?CC4minNov 2, 2009
- 9. BattlesKeith is pushed to the absolute brink of emotional oblivion when Murray happily exploits his love for Lee Anne by introducing some male competition.CC4minNov 9, 2009
- 10. Death (1)Murray kisses Rowan, the baby alpaca; and why does his final, fatal experiment on Keith leave Lee Anne feeling angry? Can Keith survive death?CC4minNov 16, 2009
- 11. Death (2)Will Lee Anne's love for Keith really be enough to bring him back from the dead? Can anyone pronounce the word 'defibrillator'?CC4minNov 23, 2009
The Urban Monkey with Murray Foote
In the tradition of Alby Mangels, Steve Irwin, Harry Butler and The Bush Tucker Man - comes Murray Foote - animal warrior, conservationist, scientist, recording artist, good bloke and ladies man. In 1987, Murray was fortunate to front his own television program, The Urban Monkey, which unfortunately was lost, and then rediscovered recently in a garage in suburban Melbourne.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Sam Simmons
- Studio
- Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Maturity rating
Not yet rated.
Where to watch
Not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service.
