War for the Planet of the Apes

Name: War for the Planet of the Apes
Genre: Drama, Science Fiction, War
Released: 2017-07-11
Cast: Andy Serkis, Woody Harrelson, Karin Konoval, Terry Notary, Steve Zahn

2017 | 140 min | Drama, Science Fiction, War

Friday Night Flick

Why it’s a Friday Night Flick

Critics loved it (94% on Rotten Tomatoes), audiences rate it highly (7.2 out of 10), it drew serious awards attention and it was a solid box office hit. Make plans for this one.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it: Made for sci-fi fans and history buffs. If you loved Dawn of the Planet of the Apes or Planet of the Apes, start here.
The mood: Intense, mind-bending.
The pace: Takes its time with its characters, at 2 hr 20 min.
What might put you off: Nothing much: an easy pick for most people.

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.

How it earned its rating

CriticsVery strong
94% on Rotten Tomatoes
AudiencesStrong
7.2 out of 10
AwardsStrong
Won 1 Critics' Choice Award: Critics' Choice Movie Awards: Best Visual Effects. Also nominated for 1 Oscar, 1 SAG Award and 1 BAFTA. Plus 15 other awards.
Box office & staying powerStrong
$491 million worldwide on a $150 million budget; interest faded quickly after launch
Buzz & cultural impactStrong
About 399K people sought it out in the past year