Film · 1971 · Planet of the Apes (3 of 10)

Escape From The Planet of The Apes

Name: Escape From The Planet of The Apes
Genre: Science fiction, Fantasy, Adventure
Released: 1971-05-21
Duration: 97 min
Cast: Roddy McDowall, Kim Hunter, Bradford Dillman, Natalie Trundy, William Windom

Directed by Don Taylor · starring Roddy McDowall, Kim Hunter and Bradford Dillman

1 h 37 min
PG
Science fiction · Fantasy · Adventure
USA
Released in the UK 9 July 1971

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Synopsis

Two intelligent simians from the future, Cornelius and Zire travel to present-day Earth. They become instant sensations, wined and dined and treated like celebrities - until a high-level plot forces them to run for their lives.

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Runtime: 97 min1 hour and 37 minutes
Budget: $2.5m20th Century Studios
Rating: PGParental guidance

How long is Escape From The Planet of The Apes?: 1 hour and 37 minutes (97 minutes).
When was Escape From The Planet of The Apes released in the UK?: It was released in the UK on 9 July 1971.
Who directed Escape From The Planet of The Apes?: Don Taylor.
Who is in Escape From The Planet of The Apes?: It stars Roddy McDowall, Kim Hunter, Bradford Dillman and Natalie Trundy.
Where can I watch Escape From The Planet of The Apes?: In the UK you can watch it on subscription on Disney+ and on rent on Apple TV and Prime Video.
Is it part of a series?: Yes: it is film 3 of 10 in Planet of the Apes.