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Dawn of the Planet of the Apes

2014·Movie
2h 10min·PG-13
82
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.6Metacritic798.2Rotten Tomatoes91%88%
IMDb7.6Metacritic798.2Rotten Tomatoes91%88%

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Dawn of the Planet of the Apes fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Nerve-racking and spectacular

  • Tension9
  • Spectacle8
  • Violence8

Heart

Moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos8
  • Family Dynamics8
  • Melancholy7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Dark Humor2
  • Physical Comedy1

World

War, the future, and politics

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Rewatchability7
  • Dialogue Centrality5

Craft

Standout performances, direction, and storytelling

  • Acting9
  • Direction8
  • Narrative Structure8

Style

Standout cinematography, score, and editing

  • Cinematography9
  • Music Composition9
  • Editing8

Who it's for

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About

The future is worth fighting for.

A group of scientists in San Francisco struggle to stay alive in the aftermath of a plague that is wiping out humanity, while Caesar tries to maintain dominance over his community of intelligent apes.
Apocalyptic Sci-Fi DramaPrimal War EpicMotion-Capture MasterpieceMoral Ambiguity & LeadershipPost-Human SocietyVisually Stunning SurvivalEmotional Family BondsTense Political Thriller

Crew

Directed by:
Matt Reeves, Gary Powell, Gary Hawes
Written by:
Amanda Silver, Amanda Silver, Rick Jaffa
Produced by:
Amanda Silver, Rick Jaffa, Dylan Clark
Composed by:
Michael Giacchino, Michael Giacchino, Dan O'Connell

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Questions about Dawn of the Planet of the Apes

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Dawn of the Planet of the Apes legally?

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Dawn of the Planet of the Apes is included with a subscription to Hulu, fuboTV, YouTube TV, and FXNow in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Dawn of the Planet of the Apes worth watching?

82
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 82/100 (IMDb 7.6, Rotten Tomatoes 91%, and Metacritic 79). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Dawn of the Planet of the Apes rated?

PG-13ViolenceDisturbing imageryStrong language

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence, disturbing imagery, and strong language.

How long is Dawn of the Planet of the Apes?

2 h 10 min

Dawn of the Planet of the Apes runs 2 h 10 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Dawn of the Planet of the Apes?

Critics85
Audiences82

Yes. Critics average 85 and audiences 82 out of 100, so both groups see Dawn of the Planet of the Apes much the same way.

Was Dawn of the Planet of the Apes a box office hit?

Budget$170 million
Box office$711 million

Yes. It cost about $170 million to make and earned $711 million worldwide, 4.2 times its budget.

What language is Dawn of the Planet of the Apes in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Dawn of the Planet of the Apes?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Dawn of the Planet of the Apes in 104 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Dawn of the Planet of the Apes use?

Hurricane of PunsAttack Its Weak PointBig "NO!"All There in the ManualThe MentorWhite-and-Grey MoralitySpit TakeAsshole Victim20 Minutes in the FutureBabies Make Everything BetterGood Scars, Evil ScarsJerkassand 144 more

TV Tropes lists 156 storytelling tropes for Dawn of the Planet of the Apes, including Hurricane of Puns, Attack Its Weak Point, Big "NO!".