---
title: "Rise of the Planet of the Apes"
year: 2011
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/rise-of-the-planet-of-the-apes-2011"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 61791
imdb_id: "tt1318514"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 105
community_rating: 7.3
vote_count: 12857
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# Rise of the Planet of the Apes (2011) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/rise-of-the-planet-of-the-apes-2011

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Rise of the Planet of the Apes is a 2011 American science‑fiction thriller released in the United States on August 5, 2011. Directed by Rupert Wyatt, the film stars James Franco, Andy Serkis, Freida Pinto and Karin Konoval. It follows a highly intelligent chimpanzee named Caesar, who has lived a peaceful suburban life until he is taken to a primate research facility, where he decides to revolt against those who have harmed him.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A mistreated chimpanzee leads a revolution against humanity after being forced into a cruel primate facility."

### Why Watch
- compelling lead performance
- thought-provoking premise

### Caveats & Content Note
- contains scenes of animal mistreatment
- Tone & Suitability: The film features intense scenes of conflict and animal captivity that may be distressing to some viewers.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: intense, dramatic, emotional, suspenseful

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Hulu, fuboTV | FXNow | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Disney Plus | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Disney Plus, Crave, Hollywood Suite, Hollywood Suite Amazon Channel, Starz Amazon Channel, Crave Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | Disney Plus | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Rupert Wyatt
- **Networks / Studios**: Dune Entertainment, Chernin Entertainment, Ingenious Media

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Andy Serkis** as *Caesar*
- **James Franco** as *Will Rodman*
- **Freida Pinto** as *Caroline Aranha*
- **John Lithgow** as *Charles Rodman*
- **Brian Cox** as *John Landon*
- **Tom Felton** as *Dodge Landon*
- **Tyler Labine** as *Robert Franklin*
- **Karin Konoval** as *Maurice / Court Clerk*
- **Terry Notary** as *Rocket / Bright Eyes*
- **Christopher Gordon** as *Koba*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the film about?
It follows a chimpanzee named Caesar who revolts after being taken to a primate facility.

### Q: What is the setting?
The story begins in a suburban environment before shifting to a primate facility.

### Q: Is this a standalone film?
The synopsis describes the origin of a primate uprising.

### Q: Who is the protagonist?
The protagonist is a highly intelligent chimpanzee named Caesar.

### Q: What triggers the conflict?
The conflict is triggered when Caesar is taken to a cruel primate facility.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Rise of the Planet of the Apes — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/61791)
- [Rise of the Planet of the Apes - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rise_of_the_Planet_of_the_Apes)
- [Rise of the Planet of the Apes (2011) - Cast & Crew — The Movie ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/61791-rise-of-the-planet-of-the-apes/cast)
- [Rise of the Planet of the Apes (2011) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1318514/)
- [Rise of the Planet of the Apes - Wikiwand](https://www.wikiwand.com/en/Rise_of_the_Planet_of_the_Apes)
- [Rise of the Planet of the Apes (2011) - Full Cast and Crew](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/rise-of-the-planet-of-the-apes/10037477/credits/)

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