Clint Eastwood and Clyde the Orangutan

Clint Eastwood is famous for his tough-guy roles, but his biggest box office hit was the 1978 buddy film “Every Which Way But Loose,” where he stars alongside an orangutan. Despite the risk of taking on such a comedic role, Eastwood jumped at the chance to work with a primate, and the movie became a huge success.

It showcased his comedic talent and humanized him to audiences. Along with the sequel “Any Which Way You Can,” the film offers a hilarious combination of action, romance, and laughter. And it’s hardly surprising that Eastwood, a car and motorcycle enthusiast, was drawn to the motorcycle-riding character he played in the film.