Overview
Astronauts Pete Burke and Allan Virdon crash on Earth in the far future and are captured by the apes. The men befriend a chimp named Galen who helps them to escape. In the hopes of finding a way to get back to their own time, the astronauts search for a computer in an earthquake-threatened city, with which they will be able to access their flight records. [The first of five telefilms edited from episodes of the 1974 TV series; this film combines the episodes "Escape from Tomorrow" and "The Trap"]
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed Back to the Planet of the Apes?
Back to the Planet of the Apes was directed by Arnold LavenDon Weis.
Where was Back to the Planet of the Apes produced?
It was produced by companies including 20th Century Fox Television in United States of America.
Back to the Planet of the Apes Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of Back to the Planet of the Apes wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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