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Planet of the Apes

1968
Drama
Sci-fi
1h 52m
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Rated 12 Nov 2013
76
70th
As a kid, this movie always made me wonder how it would be to be locked up in a cage with a half-naked, mute, beautiful woman to be gawked at by strange beings as they force you to mate. I think I took the wrong lessons from this thing when I was young. Oh well. No turning back now.
Rated 05 Nov 2008
90
80th
A very cleverly designed mirror. Contains one of the most powerful endings in film history.
Rated 20 Apr 2009
74
79th
Since becoming one of the most widely recognised sci-fi classics, Planet of the Apes still hasn't lost its appeal. Despite the subsequental downplaying of the series with numerous spin offs, along with the massive overexposure of that once piviotal ending (even pictured prominently on the back of the DVD), it still stands out as an unusually well thought out and provoking bit of cinema history. Heston is excellent in the main role and the effects have for the mostpart aged surprisingly well.
Rated 15 Mar 2022
75
80th
Introducing this to my son brought back memories of trying to figure out why Roddy McDowall is more attractive in ape form. Glad I'm past that part of my life.
Rated 09 Nov 2008
9
93rd
You know the saying, "Human see, human do."
Rated 06 Jul 2014
90
92nd
Heston just about devours the screen
Rated 14 Aug 2007
89
79th
Very smart and well done makeup effects.
Rated 15 Nov 2020
88
78th
Before this film, studio sci-fi was often just American anxieties set against fantasy nightmares. But this story is more--with pointed allegories on war, counterculture, and the Civil Rights movement. It isn't a perfect film. The immersive world is sometimes dulled via camera shots that belong in Adam West's Batman. And Charlton Heston's later life as a gun nut/senile bigot can make otherwise profound scenes cringeworthy. Still, the ending is a classic: both for the twist & the powerful message.
Rated 18 Oct 2008
5
96th
A culturial icon that makes you wonder 'What if..?'. We have the common anti-war message bundled with statements about science vs religion and pseudo-racism. This is the most prevalent example of the post-apocalytic twist that echos many earlier works including "By the Waters of Babylon" and "The Time Machine". The story holds its own in spite of the basic messages. A Heston classic - Recommended for action fans and thinkers alike
Rated 14 Aug 2007
65
51st
Largely nostalgic value. My younger sister and I used to watch this movie on Saturday afternoons with the TV muted, making up our own dialog for the characters as it went along. Heston overacts as usual.
Rated 06 Dec 2008
88
83rd
Extremely well made and allegorical look at religion and race and its role in our society, particularly during the Civil Rights movement of the late 1960s. Stay away from the remake at all costs!!!
Rated 23 Sep 2007
4
83rd
Take your stinking paws off me, you damned dirty ape!
Rated 03 Nov 2015
80
80th
Though the film's concept seems just a little ridiculous on the surface, it presents an aptly realised social commentary wherein apes perpetuate many of the issues to have troubled humankind throughout time, most notably with regards to dogma and discrimination. The action is decent though infrequent, but there's plenty of strong dialogue and an absorbing atmosphere that's boosted by the excellent costumes, sets and score. Heston is hammy as ever but his performance still really works somehow.
Rated 04 Jul 2009
91
90th
Its been oft-parodied for the end and the damn dirty apes line, but this is a well though out and exciting classic.
Rated 25 Sep 2010
79
94th
Excellent schlocky sci-fi with an obvious social statement.
Rated 01 Oct 2020
80
80th
The movie has humans, apes, horses, and everyone speaking English. Commander Taylor at the end: "Omg, i was on Earth? Wtf?!" Seriously though, this is a surprisingly good movie despite the moronic premise. Like many other good examples of science fiction it uses a fictional reframing of a situation to make the audience question its values. Overall, it works. The apes are too goofy and the action scenes are clunky, but it works.
Rated 17 May 2008
87
93rd
One of the most pivotal sci-fi movies of all time, the story is one of the most interesting and well done ones ever. Not to mention it's extremely quotable.
Rated 05 Feb 2017
75
64th
This movie is as blunt as a hammer, but man oh man, Heston nearly turns this into camp. The last scene wouldn't be as memorable if Heston played it straight.
Rated 10 Dec 2018
70
53rd
George Taylor: "I'm a seeker too. But my dreams aren't like yours. I can't help thinking that somewhere in the universe there has to be something better than man. Has to be."
Rated 06 Aug 2014
90
82nd
Very, very goofy idea taken deadly seriously. Serling gets credit mostly for the ending, but the thing to be proud of is the surprisingly well written Zaius character, who has a somewhat legitimate beef against the protagonist.
Rated 15 Mar 2014
80
73rd
It's funny how the film's philosophical musings, man's search for answers about his past, future, destiny and nature, are actually summarized by 2001 in a single cut. Luckily, these musings don't stand in the way of an entertaining premise. If, like me, you're not familiar with the reboots and remakes, this is a quite an enjoyable film.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
71
60th
Pretty good science fiction.
Rated 22 Jun 2010
85
94th
"Beware the beast Man, for he is the Devil's pawn. Alone among God's primates, he kills for sport or lust or greed. Yea, he will murder his brother to possess his brother's land. Let him not breed in great numbers, for he will make a desert of his home and yours. Shun him; drive him back into his jungle lair, for he is the harbinger of death." Better than the new planet of the apes. Dont watch the followups!
Rated 11 Aug 2009
73
88th
One of those pleasant re-discoveries for me. As I have seen this before and read the novel it was based on, the basic plot twists and turn weren't new to me. But only now I can truly appreciate the irony and understand the allegory. It's a bit campy, overacted, and dialogs aren't very intelligent. But that doesn't distract from the message of the film. Instead it makes the film entertaining as well as smart.
Rated 10 Feb 2009
91
89th
I loved how many ways you can interpret this... satire or shallow fiction it's very well put together.
Rated 02 Mar 2007
60
62nd
Good film.
Rated 08 Nov 2007
88
89th
Still so much more better than the remake. You'll have to look past the horrible outdated effects though. Still, the masks are very well done.
Rated 01 May 2012
94
79th
Extremely original. Good writing, directing, and acting from all. It spawns off many sequels and prequels but this is for sure one of the best movies in the whole franchise.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
70
75th
What can you say about a superficially stupid sci-fi movie like this, when against all odds, it's really good? Shit, this is a classic. Bravo Schaffner and Heston! Jerry Goldsmith is kind of hit and miss with me, but his musical score here is a definite success.
Rated 03 Nov 2009
75
82nd
Hilarious
Rated 08 Dec 2011
87
82nd
Great movie! Can be a little slow at times, but otherwise a great movie today and I can only imagine the impact the movie held when it came out.
Rated 19 Sep 2018
90
75th
Planet of the Apes might be a little slow at first and the Ape effects are not at all convincing for modern eyes. Over time the themes and story still stand tall and work just as well as they always did. Not to mention one of the greatest twist endings of all time.
Rated 28 Apr 2009
95
97th
This film is brilliant, a classic of science fiction. It has very good ideas and criticism and still, one of the best end in the history of the cinema.
Rated 22 Oct 2009
65
67th
One of those movies where the concept is more compelling than the execution. Still this version is far superior to the crap that Tim Burton produced with his remake.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
95
83rd
Haunting, beautiful, amazing. I just wish every advertisement and poster, including this site's pic for it, didn't spoil the ending!
Rated 16 Jan 2012
90
98th
It was awesome. It's always interesting when you make humans no longer the dominant species, whether it be in something like Jurassic Park (1993) or pretty much any alien invasion film. It was great to see so many classic scenes and hear so many classic lines of dialogue. Charlton Heston is melodramatic in his role, but it works. I already knew the final scene, just because it's so famous, but it was still fantastically epic.
Rated 26 Jan 2013
65
65th
Though I didn't like the monkey costumes and the lighthearted tone of the movie, it's still a fun film with intriguing ideas. Absolutely worth a watch.
Rated 11 Feb 2009
85
68th
para la epoca, muy buena. peli de culto o al menos para ver si o si en la vida
Rated 01 Jun 2009
94
86th
A really smart movie that makes you think, and not just about the surprise ending. This film is an education in what it means to be human and that is what all great art should be.
Rated 31 Mar 2020
80
62nd
Planet of the Apes is a great sci-fi movie. For its time it did some pretty revolutionary things, some of which have become tropes today but that shouldn't take anything away from this classic. Charlton Heston is perfect in the lead role of this movie; dashing and muscular. Linda Harrison plays a great beauty who is able to do a lot with a role that has no speaking parts. Roddy McDowall and Kim Hunter play the empathetic chimpanzees that help Heston's character. I can see the threads of a sequel
Rated 30 Jun 2009
85
75th
To quote Free Enterprise, "Beautiful, scantily clad, mute." <3 Nova.
Rated 11 Aug 2011
89
81st
Well wrought and exciting sci-fi; bolstered by granite-jawed Heston and a lovely performance by Hunter as the ape who he befriends. Goldsmith's creepy score aids film immeasurably, even through some laughingly pretentious dialogue. Remaining cast members also have limited material to work with, but beautiful scenery and cinematography, and excellent direction by Schaffner, make it worthwhile viewing.
Rated 18 Jan 2013
86
92nd
Classic cinema.
Rated 14 Oct 2008
90
91st
Cliché and familiar by today's standards, but how do you think it became cliché?
Rated 21 Jul 2014
100
95th
a great sci-fi epic that deals with issues of race and faith vs reason in a interesting way that still makes the film relevant today. Visually stunning and well acted, Planet of the Apes is a great film that any film fan should see(if they haven't already).
Rated 04 Mar 2008
84
83rd
Oh my god, I was wrong...it was Earth all along! Guess they finally made a monkey out of me!
Rated 30 Apr 2014
10
93rd
Epic. Classic.
Rated 12 Jul 2008
91
94th
Brilliantly original, and the apes are spellbinding.
Rated 11 Sep 2009
90
97th
one of my all-time faves. heston's acting is just over-the-top enough to make it a thrilling ride
Rated 31 Aug 2017
80
88th
A fascinating film. The whole concept is one of a kind and it's brought to life in a mesmerizing way. The make-up is phenomenal, the photography beautiful and the themes (e.g. science vs. faith) engrossing. The film's biggest achievement is probably how real they've made the apes look like (it's not just that the prosthetics are awesome, the actors did a very convincing job behind them as well) and there's a great story to go along with it too. You'll be watching with your jaw dropped.
Rated 30 Aug 2007
95
84th
Yes! my childhood is right here. So good. Charlten Heston is incredible.
Rated 29 Jul 2020
68
77th
Don't let all the entertainment fool you, this is a film with a lot of intellectual depth; and it helped create a mass audience for the 'prestige science-fiction film' in a way 2001 could only dream of.
Rated 12 Sep 2007
85
91st
much, much better than tim burton's remake.
Rated 12 Nov 2011
95
72nd
Some stories make us think about other things - about the way things are in this world. This film made me think about two things - animal rights and the history of human slavery - both more powerfully and evocatively than films/documentaries dedicated for those purposes e.g. "The Cove", "Dancing with wolves". A classic - for it initiates an introspection on humanity.
Rated 18 Dec 2009
78
80th
Much better than the remake. The make-up isn't exactly top notch, but the directing and the screenplay make up for that.
Rated 21 Apr 2018
99
99th
R - One of my favourite films. Re-watched because of the 50th anniversary, and this is just a great film. It's so well-known, and so iconic, that it arguably doesn't get the credit it deserves.
Rated 03 Apr 2014
60
54th
I'm really not sure what the point of this was. There's social commentary for basically everything, and as such, almost all of it falls flat. The make-up effects and location shooting are excellent, though, and certainly provide for a film that's, at the very least, visually interesting. Charlton Heston is the worst actor in the world.
Rated 06 Jun 2012
100
97th
Classic of course!
Rated 18 Oct 2007
70
81st
Held my attention. Very creative and innovative for its time.
Rated 03 Jul 2007
90
98th
This film has a few flaws: some mediocre acting from some supporting characters, some uncomfortable racial commentary, but I think the brilliant story and characters (and the acting of the protagonist and antagonist) supersede those flaws. And further, the photography is stunning, the environments incredible, and the music excellent and original if a bit repetitive. And the ending is just amazing. One of the more perfect endings in cinematic history.
Rated 06 Oct 2008
90
85th
Planet of the Apes is so underrated. So, so underrated. It's kinda been relegated to a cheesy or silly niche in popular culture, but no, it's genuinely good. The first and last 20 minutes aren't that great, but everything in the middle is gold.
Rated 07 Jan 2010
85
76th
A great slice of science fiction that unfortunately went on to spawn some terrible sequels.
Rated 19 Jul 2011
93
94th
Somehow I've managed to go 22 years of my life without seeing this. Even though some of it felt a tad dated I really enjoyed this movie. Charlton Heston did a great job as the lead. I think I almost jumped out of my chair when he first speaks to the apes, so cool.
Rated 02 May 2014
95
99th
An absolute sci-fi masterpiece. Screenplay by Rod Serling of Twilight Zone fame. A rare combination of Hollywood blockbuster with poignant sci-fi social commentary. Many younger moviegoers don't realize this was the "Star Wars" before Star Wars...
Rated 23 Feb 2013
6
51st
Sci-Fi classic that still holds up pretty well.
Rated 19 Feb 2017
94
82nd
A-
Rated 06 Nov 2008
95
93rd
Fantastic visionary sci-fi tale. Hard to underestimate its impact when it was released. Highly recommended.
Rated 02 May 2009
90
91st
While it is far from perfect, it manages to say what it wants to loud and clear. Very political and beautifully shot. Would have liked it much more if someone else was cast instead of Heston.
Rated 16 Jun 2012
98
95th
Holds up very well. Definitely a Classic
Rated 27 Apr 2007
80
68th
It isn't great but you don't want to miss it. Somehow the 1960s patter and the dated Rod Serling dialogue make it even more enjoyable
Rated 28 May 2022
82
74th
Still holds up, somehow that funky makeup/costume design works well. I tend to think of it as the slightly goofier relative of the other big "knock-knock, evolution" movie of that year, 2001.
Rated 22 Aug 2007
91
96th
Excellent
Rated 24 Sep 2007
60
21st
Pretty much looks for the most part like a bunch of people in silly ape costumes. But the final scene is one of the greatest in film (and should be required viewing for anyone with their finger on The Button). Always remember what Charlton Heston said about how, when they were eating lunch, all the orangutans would sit with the orangutans, chimps with chimps, gorillas with gorillas, and the humans with the humans. He couldn't explain it, he grinned bemusedly; that was just how it happened.
Rated 01 Jan 2009
85
82nd
Great blind faith satire and classic Heston overacting. It's a good one.
Rated 02 Dec 2006
87
94th
Great, great movie.
Rated 20 Apr 2011
89
91st
Wow! A remarkable film. The first half hour or so was quite weird technically, a lot of weird camera angles and such, after that however things soon took a turn for the brilliant. I was in awe for the rest of the film, it's relevant and thought provoking. The ending was magnificent, a lot of scenes were exciting and original and the story overall was amazing.
Rated 25 Aug 2019
95
84th
Excellent story that transcends its campy elements - I'm looking at you, Charlton Heston. Easily one of the greatest science fiction movies ever made and the best movie in the Planet of the Apes series to date.
Rated 27 Mar 2007
88
90th
Was pretty awesome, I bet, back in '68. Now it's come back around to the point where it's so bad it's good... but without actually being bad. I don't think they will ever be able to successfully remake this movie.
Rated 11 Sep 2009
90
65th
A movie that stands the test of time.
Rated 22 Mar 2011
89
54th
This is a good movie. Here's the problem I had: the critical twist was on the cover. C'mon guys, we're trying to make cinema timeless here. At least give it a chance. Otherwise, it's a solid fish-WAY-out-of-water endeavor that basically says 'hey if we survive a crash landing, only the big dumb oaf will live on to see what's really going on.' That's probably the way America was then, I don't know.
Rated 02 Jul 2008
90
70th
Why the hell they did a remake for this classic one?
Rated 06 Nov 2010
92
90th
Brilliant and beautiful with messages needed as much now as ever. On the other hand, Taylor's antagonism toward the apes may drive the plot, but you should know enough to seek favor with your despotic captors.
Rated 18 Nov 2011
90
94th
Great film. Even today the ideas it brings up regarding animal rights, religion, and the impact humans constant battling may have on our future are incredibly relevant. I'm not a huge fan of Heston's acting as I think he can be somewhat hammy, but after the first act it's not too bad. The story is so god that even the somewhat silly ape costumes quickly became unnoticeable to me (until they kissed, which still looked ridiculous). I highly recommend this film.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
78
85th
Classic. The ending never gets old, just makes repeated viewings more interesting.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
90
72nd
I hate every ape I see. From chim-pan-a to chim-pan-z.
Rated 16 Nov 2007
90
96th
not need to ever remake this (burton, that means you). an amazing film, even by today's standards.
Rated 20 Aug 2011
80
85th
It's still fresh in its faith/science clash and quietly strong, preserving one of the most interesting finales of sci-fi cinema.
Rated 26 Jan 2013
60
69th
Very much a product of the Cold War era, the movie starts and ends with a plea against war. The message does seem a bit of an afterthought though, and there's a fairly run-of-the-mill sci-fi flick in between. I would have loved if the movie had taken the opportunity to explore the human society from an outsider's point of view instead of settling for some cheap jokes about it. All in all, it was entertaining but there was potential for much more.
Rated 15 Jul 2016
90
66th
Best make-up art ever applied to an actor. A great sci-fi classic that is superior in many regards over its remakes.
Rated 25 Feb 2010
85
92nd
Quirky and bizarre sci-fi film that paved the way for many sequels. It draws enough real life parallels so that the concept isn't entirely silly. The sci-fi events are also something straight out of EC comics which gives it a retro sci-fi charm. This succeeds in being an intelligent socio-political statement as well as an interesting film to look at based on its wonderful cinematography and interesting sets. Heston's belligerent astronaut also has some lines that have become classic.
Rated 04 Jun 2013
86
85th
Great story - and so quotable!
Rated 18 May 2011
100
97th
The _Star Wars_ of its day, this became a phenomenon of late '60s pop culture and won a special Oscar for its outstanding John Chambers makeup design. Stunning photography by Leon Shamroy and eerie music by Jerry Goldsmith.
Rated 21 May 2014
9
83rd
I actually kinda enjoyed this
Rated 30 Jun 2007
90
86th
A classic, one in which all the elements come together: writing, score, photography, performances (even Heston's typically over the top ravings are appropriate here, while McDowell, Hunter and Evans deliver great characterizations) -- and Schaffner proves that he really has a way with framing a shot. This had the potential of being one of the silliest movies ever filmed -- but instead came it up aces. One of the great pictures of its time period.
Rated 31 Jul 2017
70
75th
For its time, this is an amazing sci-fi film.. I can't even imagine how people must have felt at the time.. It does show signs of age but is still quite a decent watch with good questions raised. I can understand how it became such a phenomenon. Those stupid zooms though.. arghh.
Rated 07 Sep 2008
84
97th
This film is classic. The ending is surely one of the best. The make-up is very realistic. The story is engaging.
Rated 04 Nov 2012
80
87th
This could've been a silly film, instead is well done sci-fi, with great story, performances and some very classic scenes that will be stuck in your cinema memory forever. It does not matter the outdated settings and style, it even makes it more charming. This movie proves that you don't need a huge budget and intricate CGI to make a good futuristic sci-fi movie, you just need a great imaginative story. Charlton Heston's dramatic performance really carries this film to another level.
Rated 10 Mar 2023
75
68th
posthumanism, mediaval animal trials, animal testing etc etc it’s so full intresting things and somehow i had only heard of the time dilation thing. a great scifi movie
Rated 14 Aug 2007
85
91st
Wildly different from the original book (which is actually an Anti vivisection tale), Rod Serling's script and the visuals make this a really good film
Rated 01 Aug 2009
73
73rd
I don't like Heston as a performer, but luckily there is plenty more here to enjoy. Chocked full of undeniably fun and well executed sci-fi concepts. Much better than Tim Burton's crappy remake thats for sure.

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