"Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes" is an American science fiction action film directed by Wes Ball.
This film serves as a standalone sequel to War for the Planet of the Apes (2017) and is the fourth installment in the rebooted Planet of the Apes series. Set 300 years after the events of its predecessor, the story follows Noa, a young chimpanzee hunter, and Mae, a human woman, as they navigate a world where apes have become the dominant species, and humans are relegated to living in the shadows.
The film features a cast that includes Owen Teague as Noa, Freya Allan as Mae, Kevin Durand as Proximus Caesar, and William H. Macy in a supporting role. The screenplay was written by Josh Friedman, with Rick Jaffa and Amanda Silver credited for the characters. Principal photography took place in Sydney from October 2022 to February 2023.
"Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes" explores themes of coexistence and conflict between apes and humans, as a new tyrannical ape leader rises to power, prompting Noa to embark on a journey that challenges his beliefs and decisions regarding the future of both species. The film has a reported budget of $160 million and has already grossed over $397 million worldwide, indicating a successful box office performance.
The film's score is composed by John Paesano, who incorporates themes from the original 1968 film. It premiered at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles on May 2, 2024, and features various marketing strategies, including viral campaigns with actors in ape costumes. Following its theatrical release, "Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes" will be available for streaming and home media release later in 2024.