About Escape from the Planet of the Apes
Welcome to the captivating world of "Escape from the Planet of the Apes", a thought-provoking cinematic masterpiece that continues the saga of the classic "Planet of the Apes" series. This film takes a surprising turn by bringing the apes to Earth in an unexpected twist.
The story revolves around three charismatic chimpanzee protagonists: Cornelius, played by the talented Roddy McDowall, Dr. Zira, portrayed by the enchanting Kim Hunter, and Dr. Milo, played by Sal Mineo. These characters are not your ordinary apes; they possess the ability to speak and showcase an intelligence that rivals humans. Their sudden appearance on Earth in a spaceship, escaping their own world's destruction, leaves the human population in a state of shock and fear.
As the world grapples with this extraordinary event, scientists and government officials seize the opportunity to study these apes, using them as subjects for research. However, the apes' intelligence and human-like demeanor begin to challenge the status quo, leading to a fascinating exploration of ethics, morality, and the true measure of humanity. The plot thickens when the apes decide to make a daring escape, leading to a thrilling climax that is bound to keep viewers on the edge of their seats. This movie is a must-watch for those who enjoy a blend of science fiction, drama, and social commentary.
Full Cast of Escape from the Planet of the Apes
Roddy McDowall
plays Cornelius
Kim Hunter
plays Dr. Zira
Bradford Dillman
plays Dr. Lewis Dixon
Natalie Trundy
plays Dr. Stephanie 'Stevie' Branton
Eric Braeden
plays Dr. Otto Hasslein
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plays The President
John Randolph
plays Committee Chairman
Harry Lauter
plays General Winthrop
M. Emmet Walsh
plays Aide
Roy Glenn
plays Lawyer (as Roy E. Glenn Sr.)
Peter Forster
plays Cardinal
Norman Burton
plays Army Officer
William Woodson
plays Naval Officer
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plays Marine Captain
Donald Elson
plays Curator
Bill Bonds
plays TV Newscaster
Army Archerd
plays Referee
James Bacon
plays General Faulkner
Ricardo Montalban
plays Armando
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plays Marine Corporal (uncredited)
Alan Baxter
plays General (uncredited)
Jack Berle
plays Secretary of State (uncredited)
Paul Bradley
plays Official at Briefing (uncredited)
Karl Bruck
plays German Newscaster (uncredited)
Jeff Burton
plays Dodge (archive footage) (uncredited)
Sam Chew Jr.
plays Undetermined (uncredited)
Robert Cole
plays Reporter (uncredited)
Walker Edmiston
plays Talking Baby Chimp (uncredited) (voice)
James Franciscus
plays Brent (archive footage) (uncredited)
Sig Frohlich
plays Spectator (uncredited)
James W. Gavin
plays Helicopter Pilot (uncredited)
George Golden
plays Official at Briefing (uncredited)
James Gonzalez
plays Official at Briefing (uncredited)
Joe Gray
plays Bodyguard (uncredited)
Robert Gunner
plays Landon (archive footage) (uncredited)
Bob Harks
plays Aide (uncredited)
Linda Harrison
plays Nova (archive footage) (uncredited)
Elizabeth Harrower
plays Reporter at Hotel (uncredited)
Shep Houghton
plays Bystander (uncredited)
Joseph La Cava
plays Waiter (uncredited)
Robert Nichols
plays Reporter (uncredited)
Ron Pinkard
plays Undetermined (uncredited)
Janos Prohaska
plays Heloise (uncredited)
Tony Regan
plays Reporter at Hotel (uncredited)
Stephen Roberts
plays Gen. Brody (uncredited)
Hank Robinson
plays Reporter (uncredited)
James B. Sikking
plays Control Room Officer (uncredited)
Jack Slate
plays Reporter (uncredited)
Arthur Tovey
plays Official at Briefing (uncredited)
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plays Hotel Receptionist (uncredited)
William Beckley
plays British News Anchor (uncredited)
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