Back to the Planet of the Apes
They're taking over.
Astronauts Pete Burke and Allan Virdon crash on Earth in the far future and are captured by the apes. The men befriend a chimp named Galen who helps them to escape. In the hopes of finding a way to get back to their own time, the astronauts search for a computer in an earthquake-threatened city, with which they will be able to access their flight records. [The first of five telefilms edited from episodes of the 1974 TV series; this film combines the episodes "Escape from Tomorrow" and "The Trap"]
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Back to the Planet of the Apes
- Genres: Action, Thriller, Adventure, Science Fiction, TV Movie
- Release Date: 1980-11-17
- Runtime: 92 minutes
- Rating: 5.5/10 (20 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: 20th Century Fox Television
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.6284
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Ron Harper
as Alan Virdon
James Naughton
as Pete Burke
Roddy McDowall
as Galen
Royal Dano
as Farrow
Woodrow Parfrey
as Veska
Norman Alden
as Zako
John Milford
as Miller
Mark Lenard
as Urko
Booth Colman
as Zaius
Biff Elliot
as Ullman
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Back to the Planet of the Apes?▼
Back to the Planet of the Apes is a Action, Thriller, Adventure, Science Fiction, TV Movie movie directed by . It was released on 1980-11-17.
Who are the main actors in Back to the Planet of the Apes?▼
The main cast includes Ron Harper, James Naughton, Roddy McDowall, Royal Dano, Woodrow Parfrey, .
Where can I watch Back to the Planet of the Apes online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Back to the Planet of the Apes is available.
Is Back to the Planet of the Apes based on a true story?▼
They're taking over.
What is the IMDb rating of Back to the Planet of the Apes?▼
Back to the Planet of the Apes has an IMDb rating of 5.5/10 based on 20 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Back to the Planet of the Apes?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Back to the Planet of the Apes?▼
The soundtrack was composed by 20th Century Fox Television. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Back to the Planet of the Apes filmed?▼
Back to the Planet of the Apes was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Back to the Planet of the Apes?▼
The total runtime of Back to the Planet of the Apes is 92 minutes.
Is Back to the Planet of the Apes suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Back to the Planet of the Apes?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Back to the Planet of the Apes.
Does Back to the Planet of the Apes have a post-credit scene?▼
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