Code Name Bananas

Step into 1940s London, a city under the relentless shadow of the Blitz, where eleven-year-old orphan Eric finds solace and friendship at the London Zoo. His closest companion is Gertrude, a magnificent gorilla who shares a unique bond with the boy. But as bombs rain down, the zoo is no longer a safe haven, and Gertrude faces a dire fate. Eric, alongside his Great Uncle Sid, a kind zookeeper, hatches a daring, impossible plan: to rescue Gertrude and smuggle her out of the city.

What begins as a desperate escape transforms into a wild adventure, leading Eric, Uncle Sid, and Gertrude to the seaside where they stumble upon a sinister Nazi plot that could change the course of the war. This thrilling journey is filled with narrow escapes, cunning spies, and unexpected humor, all while highlighting the extraordinary power of friendship and courage in the face of immense danger. Discover if a boy, a zookeeper, and a gorilla can outwit an enemy and protect their country.