The next Planet of the Apes movie nails down lead as it gets set to begin production next month and we have the first look at the movie’s beautiful production art above.
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes will star The Witcher’s Freya Allen as the human protagonist along with Owen Teague as the lead ape, taking over from Andy Serkis in the previous three movies.
The movie is set for 2024 and takes place ‘many years after 2017’s War for the Planet of the Apes and will be directed by Wes Ball.
20th Century Studios president, Steve Asbell said: “Planet of the Apes is one of the most iconic and storied science fiction franchises in film history, as well as being an indelible part of our studio’s legacy.
“With Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, we are privileged to continue the series’ tradition of imaginative, thought-provoking cinema, and can’t wait to share Wes’ extraordinary vision for this new chapter with audiences in 2024.”
I loved Matt Reeves’ previous Apes trilogy and admire anyone who thinks they can step up to continue its story. I hope they’re up to the gig.
A new saga begins.
“Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes,” picking up many years after “War for the Planet of the Apes,” starts production next month and stars Owen Teague, Freya Allen, and Peter Macon. Directed by Wes Ball, “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes” arrives in 2024. pic.twitter.com/RqnL4I44pw
— Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes (@ApesMovies) September 29, 2022
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