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Rise of the Warrior Apes (2017): Cast

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Rise of the Warrior Apes is a 2017 documentary directed by James Reed, starring David Watts as Narrator (voice) and John Mitani. It runs 1 hour 29 minutes.

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Rise of the Warrior Apes (2017) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 29m (89 min)
Director
James Reed
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Rise of the Warrior Apes About?

The premise of Rise of the Warrior Apes without spoilers.

Filmed over two decades, this documentary chronicles the lives of a remarkable chimpanzee troop in Ngogo, Uganda. It focuses on four powerful individuals who maintain their dominance through complex strategies, shifting alliances, and often questionable decisions, revealing the intricacies of their social hierarchy and the challenges they face in a changing world.

Rise of the Warrior Apes Themes & Keywords

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  • monkey warrior
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Cast & crew

Rise of the Warrior Apes Cast & Characters

David Watts leads the cast as Narrator (voice), with John Mitani. Directed by James Reed.

From the director

More from James Reed

More films directed by James Reed, best-rated first: My Octopus Teacher and Betty White Goes Wild.

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Rise of the Warrior Apes Trailers & Videos

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Rise of the Warrior Apes Also Known As

8 alternative titles, including “Kampf der Kriegeraffen” and “L'esercito delle scimmie”.

Also known as
  • Kampf der Kriegeraffen
  • L'esercito delle scimmie
  • NGOGO - Königreich der Affen
  • Ngogo : la guerre des singes
  • 전사 유인원의 진화
  • Chimpanzés Guerreiros de Uganda
  • Simpanssien sota
  • Zrození bojovných opic

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Rise of the Warrior Apes FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Rise of the Warrior Apes, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Rise of the Warrior Apes?

Rise of the Warrior Apes runs 1 hour 29 minutes (89 minutes).

When was Rise of the Warrior Apes released?

Rise of the Warrior Apes was released on March 5, 2017.

Who directed Rise of the Warrior Apes?

Rise of the Warrior Apes was directed by James Reed.

More films by James Reed

Who is in the cast of Rise of the Warrior Apes?

Rise of the Warrior Apes stars David Watts as Narrator (voice) and John Mitani.

Does Rise of the Warrior Apes have a post-credit scene?

No. Rise of the Warrior Apes has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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