Beneath the Planet of the Apes facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Beneath the Planet of the Apes |
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Theatrical release poster by Tom Chantrell
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| Directed by | Ted Post |
| Produced by | Arthur P. Jacobs |
| Screenplay by | Paul Dehn |
| Story by | Paul Dehn Mort Abrahams |
| Starring | James Franciscus Kim Hunter Maurice Evans Linda Harrison Charlton Heston |
| Music by | Leonard Rosenman |
| Cinematography | Milton R. Krasner |
| Editing by | Marion Rothman |
| Studio | APJAC Productions |
| Distributed by | 20th Century Fox |
| Release date(s) | May 26, 1970 |
| Running time | 95 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Budget | $2.5 million |
| Money made | $19 million |
Beneath the Planet of the Apes is a science fiction film from 1970. It was directed by Ted Post and written by Paul Dehn. This movie is the second in the original Planet of the Apes film series. Arthur P. Jacobs produced all five films.
The movie stars James Franciscus, Kim Hunter, Maurice Evans, and Linda Harrison. Charlton Heston also has a smaller role. The story follows an astronaut named Brent. He crashes on a planet ruled by intelligent apes. Brent is searching for Taylor, an astronaut from the first movie. During his search, Brent finds a hidden underground city. This city is home to humans who have changed over time. They have special mind powers, like moving things with their thoughts.
Beneath the Planet of the Apes did very well at the box office. This means it earned a lot of money. However, movie critics had mixed feelings about it. Some liked it, and some did not. The film was followed by another movie, Escape from the Planet of the Apes.
Meet the Characters
This movie features many interesting characters. Here are some of the main actors and who they played:
- James Franciscus as Brent
- Kim Hunter as Zira
- Maurice Evans as Dr. Zaius
- Linda Harrison as Nova
- Paul Richards as Mendez
- Victor Buono as Fat Man
- James Gregory as General Ursus
- Jeff Corey as Caspay
- Natalie Trundy as Albina
- Thomas Gomez as Minister
- Don Pedro Colley as Negro
- David Watson as Cornelius
- Tod Andrews as Skipper
- Gregory Sierra as Verger
- Charlton Heston as Taylor
- Paul Frees (uncredited end narration)
Movie Release and Success
Beneath the Planet of the Apes first came out on May 26, 1970. It opened in Los Angeles and then in New York City and Chicago. The movie was a big hit, which was a surprise to many. Because it was so popular, the filmmakers quickly started working on the next movie.
In its first week, the film earned $250,000 from just four theaters. It quickly became very popular. By its sixth week, it was the number one movie in the U.S. and Canada. It earned $19 million in total from ticket sales in the U.S. and Canada. This was a great success for the studio that made the film.
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