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Rise of the Planet of the Apes

2011·Movie
1h 45min·PG-13
75
GreatGoodWatch score

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High energy, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Tense and spectacular

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension8
  • Spectacle8
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Moving and cathartic

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Pathos8
  • Catharsis7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Physical Comedy2
  • Satire & Parody2

World

Everyday modern life, family, and technology

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • World Immersion9
  • Rewatchability8
  • Novelty7

Craft

Standout performances, direction, and characters

  • Acting10
  • Direction9
  • Character Depth9

Style

Standout cinematography, editing, and score

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing8
  • Music Composition8

Who it's for

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Evolution becomes revolution.

A highly intelligent chimpanzee named Caesar has been living a peaceful suburban life ever since he was born. But when he gets taken to a cruel primate facility, Caesar decides to revolt against those who have harmed him.
Groundbreaking Motion CaptureEmotional Sci-Fi DramaPrimal Family BondEthical Dilemmas of ScienceSympathetic Antagonist OriginTense Slow-Burn BuildupVisual SpectacleTragic Hero JourneyReboot with Heart

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

Rise of the Planet of the Apes is included with a subscription to Hulu, fuboTV, FXNow, and HBO Max 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 Rise of the Planet of the Apes worth watching?

75
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 7.6, Rotten Tomatoes 82%, and Metacritic 68). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Rise of the Planet of the Apes rated?

PG-13ViolenceDisturbing imagery

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

How long is Rise of the Planet of the Apes?

1 h 45 min

Rise of the Planet of the Apes runs 1 h 45 min.

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

Critics75
Audiences77

Yes. Critics average 75 and audiences 77 out of 100, so both groups see Rise of the Planet of the Apes much the same way.

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

Budget$93 million
Box office$482 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $93 million to make and earned $482 million worldwide, 5.2 times its budget.

What language is Rise 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 Rise of the Planet of the Apes?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Rise 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 Rise of the Planet of the Apes use?

Graffiti of the ResistanceDisney Villain DeathHero of Another StoryBattle CryExtremely Protective ChildDoomed by CanonMeaningful NameSequel HookKick the DogImprovised ArmorBig BadUndying Loyaltyand 145 more

TV Tropes lists 157 storytelling tropes for Rise of the Planet of the Apes, including Graffiti of the Resistance, Disney Villain Death, Hero of Another Story.