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War for the Planet of the Apes

Caesar and his apes are forced into a deadly conflict with an army of humans led by a ruthless Colonel. After the apes suffer unimaginable losses, Caesar wrestles with his darker instincts and begins his own mythic quest to avenge his kind. As the journey finally brings them face to face, Caesar and the Colonel are pitted against each other in an epic battle that will determine the fate of both their species and the future of the planet. Use this page to compare cast context, genre fit (Action, Adventure, Drama), release year 2017, and whether this film matches tonight's mood.

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Story of War for the Planet of the Apes

Caesar and his apes are forced into a deadly conflict with an army of humans led by a ruthless Colonel. After the apes suffer unimaginable losses, Caesar wrestles with his darker instincts and begins his own mythic quest to avenge his kind. As the journey finally brings them face to face, Caesar and the Colonel are pitted against each other in an epic battle that will determine the fate of both their species and the future of the planet.

Use this page to compare cast context, genre fit (Action, Adventure, Drama), release year 2017, and whether this film matches tonight's mood.

Title facts

  • Type Movie
  • Release year 2017
  • Released 14 Jul 2017
  • Runtime 140 minutes
  • Content rating PG-13
  • IMDb rating IMDb 7.4/10 from 324,617 votes
  • Metascore 82/100
  • Genres Action, Adventure, Drama
  • Languages English, American Sign
  • Countries United States, Canada

Cast

Andy Serkis, Woody Harrelson, Steve Zahn

Direction and writing

Directed by: Matt Reeves

Written by: Mark Bomback, Matt Reeves, Rick Jaffa

Awards and recognition

Nominated for 1 Oscar. 28 wins & 65 nominations total

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