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Rise of the Planet of the Apes

Rise of the Planet of the Apes

Evolution Becomes Revolution.

20117.31h 45m

Overview

A highly intelligent chimpanzee named Caesar has been living a peaceful suburban life ever since he was born. But when he gets taken to a cruel primate facility, Caesar decides to revolt against those who have harmed him.

Directed by Rupert Wyatt
Written by Amanda Silver, Rick Jaffa
Produced by Rick Jaffa, Dylan Clark, Amanda Silver
Box OfficeBudget: $93.0MRevenue: $481.8M

Top Cast

Andy Serkis

Andy Serkis

Caesar

James Franco

James Franco

Will Rodman

Freida Pinto

Freida Pinto

Caroline Aranha

John Lithgow

John Lithgow

Charles Rodman

Brian Cox

Brian Cox

John Landon

Tom Felton

Tom Felton

Dodge Landon

Tyler Labine

Tyler Labine

Robert Franklin

Karin Konoval

Karin Konoval

Maurice / Court Clerk

Terry Notary

Terry Notary

Rocket / Bright Eyes

Christopher Gordon

Christopher Gordon

Koba

Themes & Keywords

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About Rise of the Planet of the Apes

Rise of the Planet of the Apes is a thriller, action, drama, science fiction film released in 2011 exploring themes of san francisco, california, solidarity, gorilla, intelligence, dystopia, zoo. Directed by Rupert Wyatt, it stars Andy Serkis, James Franco, Freida Pinto. A highly intelligent chimpanzee named Caesar has been living a peaceful suburban life ever since he was born. But when he gets taken to a cruel primate facility, Caesar decides to revolt against those who have harmed him.

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