Movie Description Complex sociological themes run through this science-fiction classic, about three astronauts marooned on a futuristic planet where apes rule and humans are slaves. The stunned trio discovers that these highly intellectual simians can both walk upright and talk. They have even established a class system and a political structure. The astronauts suddenly find themselves part of a devalued species, trapped and imprisoned by the apes. But one, Taylor, manages to break out and, aided by a pair of compassionate chimps, makes his escape to an uninhabited section of land. However, during the trek Taylor makes a startling, unsettling discovery about the planet--and realizes he's come full circle. PLANET OF THE APES is based on the novel by Pierre Boulle with a screenplay co-written by Rod Serling.
| Credits | | Writer: | Michael Wilson | | Producer: | Arthur P. Jacobs | | Cast: | Linda Harrison, Maurice Evans, Roddy McDowall, Woodrow Parfrey |
| Details | | Edition: | Single Disc Version; Widescreen |
Editorial Reviews "...The original shocked audiences, and in the process, kicked off sci-fi's first true franchise..." Entertainment Weekly - Entertainment Weekly Staff (01/11/2002)
"...[A] classic....Seminal sci-fi..." Total Film - Daniel Webb (12/01/2003)
Awards 1968Academy AwardsHonorary Awards
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