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Wes Ball brings fresh blood, new ideas and superb motion capture to this top-quality summer blockbuster
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Digital Trends
You can watch 8 minutes of Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes for free right now ↗ (opens Digital Trends) Published May 5, 2024
Digital Trends's feed description Apes and humans alike must unite to stop a common threat in Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes' new extended preview.
The Guardian
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes review – future simians swing through cinematic jungle ↗ (opens The Guardian) Published May 7, 2024
The Guardian's feed description This hopefully final prequel to the original movie reveals the story of the crazed ape leader Proximus Caesar – but it’s time the franchise evolved
Gizmodo
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes Is a Worthy, Slightly Wonky Apes Adventure ↗ (opens Gizmodo) Published May 7, 2024
Gizmodo's feed description Wes Ball directs Owen Teague, Freya Allen, Kevin Durand, and more in the newest Apes film.
Rolling Stone
'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes' Takes the Series One Evolutionary Step Backward ↗ (opens Rolling Stone) Published May 7, 2024
Rolling Stone's feed description The successfully rebooted franchise resets its timeline and channel the '68 original's post-ape revolution scenario. You'll want to throw your feces.
Avclub
Kingdom Of The Planet Of The Apes review: A new hero rises in agreeable blockbuster ↗ (opens Avclub) Published May 7, 2024
Avclub's feed description Wes Ball’s Apes movie is a measured follow-up that lives in the shadow of the trilogy that precedes it
The Hollywood Reporter
‘Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes’ Review: Wes Ball’s Exciting New Chapter Proves There’s Still Life in the Franchise ↗ (opens The Hollywood Reporter) Published May 7, 2024
The Hollywood Reporter's feed description Owen Teague stars in 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes,' Wes Ball's new installment set in a future where apes have become the dominant species.
Forbes
Polygon
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes drags a great franchise down ↗ (opens Polygon) Published May 7, 2024
Polygon's feed description Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes is an incredible technical achievement, but it’ll make you miss Andy Serkis and The Batman’s Matt Reeves. In theaters May 10.
Deadline
‘Kingdom Of The Planet Of The Apes’ Review: 56-Year-Old Franchise Reborn With New Angle That Energizes Classic Primate Tale ↗ (opens Deadline) Published May 7, 2024
Deadline's feed description A review of 'Kingdom Of The Planet Of The Apes', set hundreds of years in a future when apes are completely dominant but still searching for new ways
New York Post
‘Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes’ review: Man, these monkeys still kick ass ↗ (opens New York Post) Published May 7, 2024
New York Post's feed description The fantastic “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes,” which comes seven years after the last movie, “War for the Planet of the Apes,” continues this damn dirty science-fiction franchise's reign as one of the best out there.
UPI
Movie review: New 'Apes' explores exciting, vast 'Kingdom' ↗ (opens UPI) Published May 7, 2024
UPI's feed description "Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes," in theaters Friday, introduces new primate characters and sends them on a thrilling adventure through the post-apocalyptic simian world.
Variety
‘Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes’ Review: The Franchise Essentially Reboots with a Tale of Survival Set — At Last — in the Ape-Ruled Future ↗ (opens Variety) Published May 7, 2024
Variety's feed description The franchise essentially reboots with a tale of survival that may be the first film in the series to connect with the spirit of 'Planet of the Apes.'
Digital Trends
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes' ending, explained ↗ (opens Digital Trends) Published May 8, 2024
Digital Trends's feed description Here's everything you need to know about the ending of Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes.
Entertainment Weekly
The lavish 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes' introduces a new primate protagonist ↗ (opens Entertainment Weekly) Published May 8, 2024
Entertainment Weekly's feed description Wes Ball's 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes' is a twisty ape-versus-wild survival thriller, introducing Owen Teague as a new primate protagonist.
The Hollywood Reporter
‘Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes’ Director Wes Ball on the Franchise’s Future and What He’s Directing Next ↗ (opens The Hollywood Reporter) Published May 8, 2024
The Hollywood Reporter's feed description Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes director Wes Ball talks the ending of the movie, and what it means for humans and apes going forward in the series.
Variety
Digital Trends
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes review: a great, thoughtful sci-fi sequel ↗ (opens Digital Trends) Published May 9, 2024
Digital Trends's feed description Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes is a worthy addition to one of Hollywood's best franchises. The film is now playing in theaters.
Observer
‘Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes’ Review: The Best Franchise Reaches New Heights ↗ (opens Observer) Published May 9, 2024
Observer's feed description Movie review, 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes': A new creative team has made what may be the best film of the franchise.
Time
'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes' Rules Because It's a Different Type of Sequel ↗ (opens Time) Published May 9, 2024
Time's feed description The first movie in the franchise in seven years, the new entry has a chance to explore this world rather than be forced to establish it.
Variety
‘Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes’ Ending Explained: What’s Next in the New Trilogy? ↗ (opens Variety) Published May 10, 2024
Variety's feed description The 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes' ending is setting up a new trilogy of movies.
The Guardian
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes review – thrilling addition to the series ↗ (opens The Guardian) Published May 10, 2024
The Guardian's feed description Wes Ball brings fresh blood, new ideas and superb motion capture to this top-quality summer blockbuster
The Good Men Project
The Next Chapter of This Saga Gets Told in 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes' ↗ (opens The Good Men Project) Published May 10, 2024
The Good Men Project's feed description 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes' is out now in theaters I have enjoyed each of the Planet of the Apes movies. They were action packed and the special The next part of this franchise gets told in 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes' which is out now in theaters
Polygon
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes’ posters and trailers all contain a huge spoiler ↗ (opens Polygon) Published May 10, 2024
Polygon's feed description The new Planet of the Apes movie, from Maze Runner and Legend of Zelda director Wes Ball, has a big emotional payoff. Every trailer and poster gives it away.
