Escape from the Planet of the Apes 1971
“Meet baby Milo who has Washington terrified.”
What is Escape from the Planet of the Apes?
Escape from the Planet of the Apes is a film first released in 1971. Catalogued under Action, Science Fiction.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1971
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 98 minutes
- Release date
- May 20, 1971
- Studios
- APJAC Productions, 20th Century Fox
- Genres
- Action, Science Fiction
- Updated
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Overview
Escape from the Planet of the Apes is a film first released in 1971. Catalogued under Action, Science Fiction. Produced and broadcast by APJAC Productions, 20th Century Fox. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“Three intelligent chimpanzees crash‑land on Earth, sparking awe and a desperate bid for freedom.”
- Features iconic series characters Cornelius and Zira in a time‑travel adventure.
- Stars veteran actors Roddy McDowall and Kim Hunter.
- Has a modest audience rating of around 52%.
Watch it if you enjoy classic sci‑fi adventures featuring time‑traveling apes.
The film’s 1970s sci‑fi style and occasional tense moments make it suitable for teen and older audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
When was the film released?
Escape from the Planet of the Apes was released in 1971.
Who are the lead actors?
The film stars Roddy McDowall as Cornelius and Kim Hunter as Zira.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is an adventure science‑fiction film.
How does the story begin?
It opens with three talking chimpanzees arriving on Earth in a mysterious spacecraft, shocking humanity.
Is the film part of a series?
Yes, it is a sequel to the earlier Planet of the Apes film released two years earlier.
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