Planet of the Apes (1968): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Planet of the Apes is a 1968 adventure sci-fi film directed by Franklin J. Schaffner, starring Roddy McDowall and Charlton Heston. It is based on Planet of the Apes by Pierre Boulle and Xan Fielding. It runs 1 hour 52 minutes and earned $32.6 million worldwide. It won 1 Oscar, including Special Award. It holds 77% on TMDB.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 52m (112 min)
- Director
- Franklin J. Schaffner
- Original language
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English - After the credits
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What Is Planet of the Apes About?
The premise of Planet of the Apes without spoilers, adapted from Planet of the Apes by Pierre Boulle and Xan Fielding. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Following a crash landing, astronaut George Taylor finds himself on a strange planet dominated by intelligent apes who have enslaved the human population. Captured and treated as a curiosity, Taylor struggles to survive in this bizarre world, encountering both cruel and compassionate apes. He forms an uneasy alliance with a sympathetic chimpanzee scientist who understands the delicate balance of power and offers him a chance at freedom, while grappling with the unsettling implications of this reversed social order.
Planet of the Apes Cast
Roddy McDowall leads the cast, with Charlton Heston. Directed by Franklin J. Schaffner.
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Director Franklin J. Schaffner
More from Franklin J. Schaffner
More films directed by Franklin J. Schaffner, best-rated first: Patton, Papillon, Nicholas and Alexandra and The Boys from Brazil.
Planet of the Apes Reviews & Ratings
Planet of the Apes holds 77% on TMDB.
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TMDB 77% User score
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Planet of the Apes Plot Summary
What happens in Planet of the Apes from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In a captivating frame story, we encounter a wealthy couple, Jinn and Phyllis, who are journeying through the vastness of space. During their travels, they stumble upon a mysterious manuscript carefully preserved inside a floating bottle. This manuscript, penned by the adventurous Ulysse Mérou, a French journalist, recounts his extraordinary experiences from the year 2500. Ulysse had been invited by the enigmatic Professor Antelle, accompanied by his eager disciple, the physician Arthur Levain, to embark on a thrilling expedition to the distant star, Betelgeuse.
Full summary
The whole story of Planet of the Apes, scene by scene
Planet of the Apes Box Office
Planet of the Apes grossed $32.6 million worldwide. $32.6 million came from the US and Canada and $9,864 (0%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$32.6M
- US & Canada
- $32.6M
- International
- $9.9K
Planet of the Apes Awards & Nominations
Planet of the Apes won 1 Oscar, including Special Award.
1 win3 nominations1 ceremony
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Oscars 1969 1 win · 3 nominations- Won Special Award
- Nominated Costume Design
- Nominated Music (Original Score—for a motion picture [not a musical])
Planet of the Apes Trailers & Videos
4 videos: 2 trailers, 1 teaser and 1 featurette.
- Trailer Planet of the Apes (1968) Trailer #1 | Movieclips Classic Trailers
- Teaser Planet of the Apes (1968) - Teaser Trailer HD 1080p
- Featurette John Landis on PLANET OF THE APES
How Well Do You Know Planet of the Apes?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Who is the adventurous journalist that recounts his experiences?
Planet of the Apes Also Known As
36 alternative titles, including “Planet of the Apes 1968” and “浩劫余生”.
- Also known as
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- Planet of the Apes 1968
- 浩劫余生
- El planeta dels simis
- 猿の惑星
- Planet der Affen 1
- El planeta de los simios
- Meymunlar Cəhənnəmi
- บุกพิภพมนุษย์วานร
- Planet der Affen
- Планета мавп
- La Planète des singes
- O Homem Que Veio do Futuro
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- Il pianeta delle scimmie
- Maymunlar Cehennemi
- Планета обезьян
- 人猿星球
- Planeta Małp
- Apornas planet
- A majmok bolygója
- Planeta opic
- Ο Πλανήτης των Πιθήκων
- 혹성탈출
- כוכב הקופים
- Planeta maimuțelor
- Abernes planet
- O Planeta dos Macacos
- Apinoiden planeetta
- Планетата на маймуните
- 浩劫餘生
- Planéta opíc
- Hành Tinh Khỉ
- Apeplaneten
- Beždžionių Planeta
- 猿人襲地球
- Planet majmuna
- Planet opic
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Planet of the Apes FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, the book behind it and awards of Planet of the Apes, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Planet of the Apes?
Planet of the Apes runs 1 hour 52 minutes (112 minutes).
When was Planet of the Apes released?
Planet of the Apes was released on April 3, 1968.
Who directed Planet of the Apes?
Planet of the Apes was directed by Franklin J. Schaffner.
More films by Franklin J. Schaffner Who is in the cast of Planet of the Apes?
Planet of the Apes stars Roddy McDowall and Charlton Heston.
How much did Planet of the Apes make at the box office?
Planet of the Apes grossed $32.6 million worldwide ($32.6 million domestic, $9,864 international).
How is Planet of the Apes rated?
Planet of the Apes has 77% on TMDB.
Is Planet of the Apes based on a book?
Yes. Planet of the Apes is adapted from Planet of the Apes by Pierre Boulle and Xan Fielding.
What awards did Planet of the Apes win?
Planet of the Apes won 1 award from 3 nominations, including Special Award at the Oscars 1969.
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