The Return of Planet of the Apes: Kingdom of the Apes

Introduction

The Planet of the Apes franchise is set to make a triumphant return with the highly-anticipated fourth movie, Kingdom of the Apes. This latest installment in the reboot series promises to continue the gripping narrative of the intelligent simian descendants of Caesar as they navigate the struggles of becoming the dominant species on planet Earth. Meanwhile, the human population has descended into feral, animalistic beings, echoing the themes of the original 1968 film that launched the iconic franchise.

Caesar Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes

With a cast that notably excludes Andy Serkis, who portrayed the central character Caesar in the previous films, there is much anticipation and intrigue surrounding this new chapter in the Planet of the Apes saga. Kingdom of the Apes is not only poised to carry forward the legacy of the franchise but also to explore the narrative without the presence of the character that has been central to the series thus far.

This photo shows the ape society next to Cornelius.

Release Date Change

The latest news surrounding Kingdom of the Apes brings an unexpected twist as the release date for the movie has been moved up. Originally scheduled for May 24th, 2024, the highly-anticipated epic will now hit the screens on May 10th, 2024. This strategic shift in the release date is seen as a move to avoid competition, particularly with the premiere of Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, another major Hollywood production. Interestingly, Kingdom of the Apes is not the only high-profile movie adjusting its release date, with Godzilla X Kong and Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire also making similar moves in the aftermath of the resolution of the Hollywood strikes.

Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes and George Taylor's spaceship

The decision to advance the release date of Kingdom of the Apes has sparked discussions and raised the stakes for the movie's impact in the cinematic landscape, setting the stage for a thrilling showdown in the box office.

A ape society next to an ocean in Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes

Cast and Story Details

The cast of Kingdom of the Apes has generated significant buzz, featuring talented actors such as Owen Teague, Freya Allan, and William H. Macy. However, the characters they will portray remain shrouded in mystery, adding to the intrigue and speculation surrounding the movie. Notable figures confirmed in the cast include Noa, Mae, Proximus Caesar, and Raka, each playing pivotal roles in the evolving narrative of the intelligent apes and their interactions with the remaining human population.

Tyrannical ape in Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes

The story of Kingdom of the Apes unfolds decades after the events of the previous film, with humanity decimated by the simian flu and multiple ape societies emerging with diverse interpretations of Caesar's teachings. The central ape hero, Noa, resides in a community ruled by the tyrannical Proximus Caesar, where he forms an alliance with Mae, a feral human woman, to embark on a daring escape. This compelling narrative sets the stage for an exploration of power dynamics, ethical dilemmas, and the enduring legacy of humankind in a world shaped by the descendants of Caesar.

Freya Allan as Mae hiding in tall grass in Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes