‘Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes,’ a new installment of the ‘Planet of the Apes’ franchise, hit the theaters on May 10, and has proven that the franchise is still a lucrative one. So far, it has grossed over $396.3 million worldwide, being one of the highest-grossing films of the year.
However, not only that, it was also well received by critics and audiences alike. The movie was praised for its visual effects, which have been compared to Avatar, as well as the performances and story, which has been described as thoughtful.
So, if you didn’t catch the film in theaters, you’re in luck because its streaming release date has been announced. Here’s what to know about how to watch “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes” at home.
When and where is ‘Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes’ coming to streaming
The latest film in the Apes franchise is set to land on Hulu on August 2nd. You can also watch the entire franchise on the platform. The movie has been available to stream on VOD since July 9.
What is ‘Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes’ about?
The latest installment is set three hundred years after the events of 2017’s War for the Planet of the Apes in a world where apes have become the dominant species while humans have become mute and almost caveman-esque. The plot follows a young chimpanzee who may alter the future of apes and humans.
Are there other ‘Planet of the Apes’ movies planned?
Yes, “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes” is supposed to be the first film in a new planned trilogy. The film was written by Josh Friedman, but Amanda Silver and Rick Jaffa, who penned the original Rise of the Planet of the Apes, said that they always “envisioned” nine movies down the line.