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Dawn of the Planet of the Apes

  • 20142014
  • PG-13PG-13
  • 2h 10m
IMDb RATING
7.6/10
434K
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1,865
1,350
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A growing nation of genetically evolved apes led by Caesar is threatened by a band of human survivors of the devastating virus unleashed a decade earlier.A growing nation of genetically evolved apes led by Caesar is threatened by a band of human survivors of the devastating virus unleashed a decade earlier.A growing nation of genetically evolved apes led by Caesar is threatened by a band of human survivors of the devastating virus unleashed a decade earlier.

IMDb RATING
7.6/10
434K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
1,865
1,350
  • Director
    • Matt Reeves
  • Writers
    • Mark Bomback
    • Rick Jaffa(based on characters created by)
    • Amanda Silver(based on characters created by)
  • Stars
    • Gary Oldman
    • Keri Russell
    • Andy Serkis
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  • Director
    • Matt Reeves
  • Writers
    • Mark Bomback
    • Rick Jaffa(based on characters created by)
    • Amanda Silver(based on characters created by)
  • Stars
    • Gary Oldman
    • Keri Russell
    • Andy Serkis
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    • 708User reviews
    • 555Critic reviews
    • 79Metascore
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    • Nominated for 1 Oscar
      • 17 wins & 48 nominations total

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    Toby Kebbell, Larramie Doc Shaw, and Nick Thurston in Dawn of the Planet of the Apes (2014)
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    Gary Oldman
    Gary Oldman
    • Dreyfusas Dreyfus
    Keri Russell
    Keri Russell
    • Ellieas Ellie
    Andy Serkis
    Andy Serkis
    • Caesaras Caesar
    Kodi Smit-McPhee
    Kodi Smit-McPhee
    • Alexanderas Alexander
    Jason Clarke
    Jason Clarke
    • Malcolmas Malcolm
    Toby Kebbell
    Toby Kebbell
    • Kobaas Koba
    Kirk Acevedo
    Kirk Acevedo
    • Carveras Carver
    Nick Thurston
    Nick Thurston
    • Blue Eyesas Blue Eyes
    Terry Notary
    Terry Notary
    • Rocketas Rocket
    Karin Konoval
    Karin Konoval
    • Mauriceas Maurice
    Judy Greer
    Judy Greer
    • Corneliaas Cornelia
    Jon Eyez
    • Fosteras Foster
    Enrique Murciano
    Enrique Murciano
    • Kempas Kemp
    Larramie Doc Shaw
    Larramie Doc Shaw
    • Ashas Ash
    • (as Doc Shaw)
    Lee Ross
    Lee Ross
    • Greyas Grey
    Keir O'Donnell
    Keir O'Donnell
    • Finneyas Finney
    Kevin Rankin
    Kevin Rankin
    • McVeighas McVeigh
    Jocko Sims
    Jocko Sims
    • Werneras Werner
    • Director
      • Matt Reeves
    • Writers
      • Mark Bomback
      • Rick Jaffa(based on characters created by)
      • Amanda Silver(based on characters created by)
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    Storyline

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    A growing nation of genetically evolved apes led by Caesar is threatened by a band of human survivors of the devastating virus unleashed a decade earlier. They reach a fragile peace, but it proves short-lived, as both sides are brought to the brink of a war that will determine who will emerge as Earth's dominant species. —Twentieth Century Fox
    • ape
    • planet of the apes
    • post apocalypse
    • sequel
    • leader
    • 179 more
    • Plot summary
    • Plot synopsis
    • Taglines
      • One last chance for peace.
    • Genres
      • Action
      • Adventure
      • Drama
      • Sci-Fi
      • Thriller
    • Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
      • Rated PG-13 for intense sequences of sci-fi violence and action, and brief strong language
    • Parents guide

    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      There are two clues to the fate of Will Rodman (James Franco) after the events of Rise of the Planet of the Apes (2011). When Caesar returns to his house, a sign can be seen with an "X" on the stoop by the door. Usually this means someone living there is infected, so it can be assumed he was one of the first to die in the plague. Also, Will's 1980s-era Jeep Wagoneer is still parked in front of the house, covered in vines and vegetation, but it can clearly be seen when Caesar and friends first arrive to the house. Of course, if Will had left his house, he most likely would have driven his vehicle.
    • Goofs
      When the hydro electricity supply is turned on, the humans say they can now contact other humans on the radios, yet they already had electricity supplied by diesel-powered generators.
    • Quotes

      Koba: Caesar weak!

      Caesar: Koba weaker.

    • Crazy credits
      After the credits there is an audio cue of Apes digging through, and removing rubble and concrete. Then Koba's distinctive breathing is heard, hinting at Koba surviving the fall after his struggle with Caesar.
    • Connections
      Featured in Film '72: Episode dated 5 March 2014 (2014)
    • Soundtracks
      The Weight
      Written by Robbie Robertson

      Performed by The Band

      Courtesy of Capitol Records, LLC

      Under license from Universal Music Enterprises

    User reviews708

    Review
    Top review
    8/10
    A Great Sequel
    A really great follow up that builds on what the first film set up, and still features fantastic effects, performances and action, even if they still haven't fixed some of the problems with the original. The big issue across these two films is that the human characters are very one-note and bland. Gary Oldman is the only complex human character in it - the rest just have one personality trait that is well explored, if that, and a lot of them make very stupid decisions. But on the flip side, Caesar is a fantastic character, and I really like how the apes' opinions on humans are affected directly by their experiences of them - it makes their characters a lot better. Andy Serkis is still fantastic, and the effects have aged very, very well. The action is really well shot, and has a really nice gritty feel, particularly in the second half. I will say that the first half was a tad slow for me, but I did appreciate how the film spent time building up the characters in order to go all out for the finale. The cinematography is strong and the story is well developed - those opening few minutes really pack a punch now. Overall, I wouldn't call this one of the best sequels of all time, but it is a genuinely great and recommendable film.
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    FAQ4

    • What happened between the 'Rise' and 'Dawn of the Planet of the Apes'?
    • When does this movie take place?
    • What happened to Will and Caroline?

    Details

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    • Release date
      • July 11, 2014 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • United States
      • United Kingdom
      • Canada
    • Official sites
      • Official site
      • Official site (Brazil)
    • Languages
      • English
      • American Sign Language
    • Also known as
      • Untitled Rise of the Planet of the Apes Sequel
    • Filming locations
      • Campbell River, British Columbia, Canada
    • Production companies
      • Chernin Entertainment
      • Ingenious Media
      • Soho VFX
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $170,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $208,545,589
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $72,611,427
      • Jul 13, 2014
    • Gross worldwide
      • $710,644,566
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      2 hours 10 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Atmos
      • Datasat
      • Dolby Surround 7.1
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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