
Planet of the Apes
Somewhere in the Universe, there must be something better than man!
Astronaut Taylor crash lands on a distant planet ruled by apes who use a primitive race of humans for experimentation and sport. Soon Taylor finds himself among the hunted, his life in the hands of a benevolent chimpanzee scientist.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Planet of the Apes
- Genres: Science Fiction, Adventure, Drama, Action
- Release Date: 1968-02-07
- Runtime: 112 minutes
- Rating: 7.643/10 (3647 votes)
- Budget: $5,800,000
- Revenue: $32,589,624
- Production Companies: APJAC Productions, 20th Century Fox
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 12.2872
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew

Charlton Heston
as George Taylor

Roddy McDowall
as Cornelius

Kim Hunter
as Zira

Maurice Evans
as Dr. Zaius

James Whitmore
as President of the Assembly

James Daly
as Dr. Honorious

Linda Harrison
as Nova

Robert Gunner
as Landon

Lou Wagner
as Lucius

Woodrow Parfrey
as Dr. Maximus
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Trailers & Clips
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Planet of the Apes?▼
Planet of the Apes is a Science Fiction, Adventure, Drama, Action movie directed by . It was released on 1968-02-07.
Who are the main actors in Planet of the Apes?▼
The main cast includes Charlton Heston, Roddy McDowall, Kim Hunter, Maurice Evans, James Whitmore, .
Where can I watch Planet of the Apes online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Planet of the Apes is available.
Is Planet of the Apes based on a true story?▼
Somewhere in the Universe, there must be something better than man!
What is the IMDb rating of Planet of the Apes?▼
Planet of the Apes has an IMDb rating of 7.643/10 based on 3647 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Planet of the Apes?▼
The movie had a production budget of $5,800,000 and earned $32,589,624 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Planet of the Apes?▼
The soundtrack was composed by APJAC Productions, 20th Century Fox. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Planet of the Apes filmed?▼
Planet of the Apes was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Planet of the Apes?▼
The total runtime of Planet of the Apes is 112 minutes.
Is Planet of the Apes suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Planet of the Apes?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Planet of the Apes.
Does Planet of the Apes have a post-credit scene?▼
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