"Disney Plus Debut of Planet of the Apes Kingdom: Release Date, Cast, Storyline, Preview, and Essential Details"
Title: The Return of the Planet of the Apes: A New Era Dawns
Storyline: Buckle up as Disney's 2024 release, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, extends this epic series that first hit the screens back in 1968. The last on-screen adventure was War for the Planet of the Apes in 2017.
Kingdom tells the tale of a post-Caesar world, a time where humanity has fallen into a savage state. The once-revered ape leader, Proximus Caesar, distorts Caesar's teachings by enslaving other ape clans in pursuit of scraps of human technology. Find yourself at the heart of the story with Noa, an everyday chimpanzee, embarking on a gripping voyage. Alongside a young human named Mae, Noa will challenge everything he thought he knew about the past, making choices that will reshape the future for apes and humans alike.
Release Date: Set your calendars! Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes releases on Disney Plus from August 2, 2024. The movie premiere was originally scheduled for movie theaters and cinemas worldwide on May 8, 2024.
Trailer: You can catch the excitement unfold in both the official trailer and teaser for Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes. Take a front-row seat to witness Noa's incredible adventure!
Starring: Here are the main faces gracing your screens:
- Noa, played by Owen Teague. Teague has terrifyingly captivated audiences with his roles in It and It: Chapter Two, as well as appearances in Bloodline, The Stand, Montana Story, Locke & Key, and Mrs Fletcher.
- Mae, played by Freya Allan. Allan skyrocketed to fame as Ciri in The Witcher. Furthermore, she's impressed with roles in The Third Day, Gunpowder Milkshake, Into the Badlands, and The War of the Worlds.
- Dura, the orang utan masterfully brought to life by Peter Macon. Macon is renowned for his role as Lt. Commander Bortus in The Orville. He's also graced screens with appearances in Shameless, SEAL Team, NCIS: Naval Criminal Investigative Service, and Family Guy (voiceover).
The supporting cast includes Kevin Durand as Proximus Caesar, Travis Jeffery as Anaya, and other notable talent like William H Macy, Dichen Lachman, Sara Wiseman, Neil Sandilands, Lydia Peckham, Eka Darkville, and Ras-Samuel Welda'abzgi.
Revisiting a Classic: This new installment echoes the original 1968 Planet of the Apes movie, which was based on Pierre Boulle's novel "La Planette Des Singes" (English translation: Planet of The Apes). The movie became an international phenomenon and won many accolades for its monkey and ape makeup and costumes. Future episodes followed, including TV and animated series.
More recently, in 2001, the original movie was brought back to life through Tim Burton's remake, starring Mark Wahlberg and featuring a cameo by Charlton Heston. Later came Rise of the Planet of the Apes (2011), Dawn of the Planet of the Apes (2012), and War for the Planet of the Apes (2017). Andy Serkis portrayed the apes' leader, Caesar, throughout this new era of the franchise.
Making History: Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes is produced by Disney's 20th Century Studios and directed by Wes Ball. Ball gained notoriety for directing the Maze Runner trilogy. Steve Asbell, President of 20th Century Studios, shares his enthusiasm, stating, "Planet of the Apes remains one of the most iconic and enduring science fiction franchises in film history. With Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, we're proud to carry on the series' legacy of groundbreaking, thought-provoking cinema."
Get ready for a thrilling adventure that will challenge the old order and redefine the future in this exciting new chapter of the Planet of the Apes franchise. It's time to rent those popcorn buckets, fans!
- Prepare for the highly-anticipated return of the apes with Disney's 2024 release, "Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes," set to air on Disney Plus from August 2, 2024.
- The trailer for this epic film delivers an exciting peek into the life-changing journey of new protagonist Noa, played by Owen Teague.
- Fans of outstanding TV productions won't want to miss this thrilling series; along with the upcoming movie, it will be included in the lineup of Disney Plus' Movies-and-TV library.
- To add to the captivating cast, Freya Allan, star of "The Witcher," will be joining as Mae, a human character embarking on a perilous journey alongside the chimp Noa.
- Amongst the impressive ensemble, Peter Macon, known for "The Orville," will be portraying the orangutan Dura, adding another layer of excitement to the dynamic cast.
- With world-class production by Disney's 20th Century Studios and imaginative direction from Wes Ball, "Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes" brings together spectacular special effects and riveting storylines to create a new era for this iconic franchise in entertainment.
