Planet of the Apes
Astronaut Taylor crash lands on a distant planet ruled by apes who use a primitive race of humans for experimentation and sport. Soon Taylor finds himself among the hunted, his life in the hands of a benevolent chimpanzee scientist.
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Not on a subscription service in the United States yet. Rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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Frequently asked questions about Planet of the Apes
Where can I watch Planet of the Apes in the United States?
Planet of the Apes is not on a subscription streaming service in the United States at the moment, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
What are the ratings for Planet of the Apes?
Planet of the Apes scores 7.7 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Planet of the Apes?
Planet of the Apes stars Charlton Heston, Roddy McDowall, Kim Hunter, Maurice Evans, and James Whitmore. Franklin J. Schaffner is the director.
How long is Planet of the Apes?
Planet of the Apes runs 1h 52m (112 minutes).
When did Planet of the Apes come out?
Planet of the Apes was released on February 7, 1968.
Which studio made Planet of the Apes?
Planet of the Apes was produced by APJAC Productions and 20th Century Fox in the United States.
What was the budget for Planet of the Apes?
Planet of the Apes was made on a budget of $5,800,000.
How much did Planet of the Apes make at the box office?
Planet of the Apes grossed $32,589,624 worldwide, against a budget of $5,800,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.