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Planet of the Apes

Where:

New York

When:

The Future

Somewhere in the Universe, there must be something better than man! — An U.S. Spaceship lands on a desolate planet, stranding astronaut Taylor in a world dominated by apes, 2000 years into the future, who use a primitive race of humans for experimentation and sport. Soon Taylor finds himself among the hunted, his life in the hands of a benevolent chimpanzee scientist.

Released in 1968 — 112 minutes

Genres:

Science Fiction Adventure Drama Action

Language:

English