Planet of the Apes (1974)

Name: Planet of the Apes
Genre: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Action & Adventure, Drama
Released: 1974
Rating: 6.9
Cast: Roddy McDowall, Ron Harper, James Naughton, Mark Lenard, Booth Colman

1974 US 1 Season 14 Episodes

Sci-Fi & Fantasy Action & Adventure Drama

Two astronauts, along with a compassionate chimpanzee, find themselves on the run in a dystopian future where apes rule over humanity. This gripping tale unfolds as they navigate a world turned upside down, echoing the themes of the original 1968 film and its sequels, all rooted in Pierre Boulle's thought-provoking novel. The trio must evade capture while uncovering the complexities of this new society, grappling with issues of power, identity, and freedom in a landscape shaped by their simian overlords. The struggle for survival and understanding drives their journey through this unsettling new world.

Cast

Roddy McDowall Ron Harper James Naughton Mark Lenard Booth Colman