Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes Sequel Confirmed But Fans Will Have to Wait

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As a film enthusiast with over three decades of watching movies under my belt, I must say that the news about the sequel to “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes” has me absolutely chimplified! The Apes series has always been a favorite, and seeing it return to its original release schedule is like finding a long-lost friend in the crowded multiplex.

20th Century Studios executive Steve Asbell has officially confirmed that there will be a sequel to “Planet of the Apes: Kingdom of the Apes.” Fans of the “Apes” series had been uncertain if the franchise would continue after this summer’s successful blockbuster, as no immediate announcements regarding future films were made by the studio. In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Asbell disclosed that another installment is in development and shared a potential release window for the movie.

When queried about how the 20th Century’s cinematic landscape might evolve in the future, especially concerning franchises versus original productions, Asbell suggested a balanced ratio of approximately 50% each. He emphasized that rejuvenating the iconic 20th Century franchises under the Disney brand was their primary focus, and with the triumphs of movies like “Avatar: The Way of Water,” “Prey,” “Alien: Romulus,” and “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes,” they’ve managed to find a successful approach. He further added:

“The intention is to keep track of upcoming films like the ‘Avatar’ series, ‘Predator’, and ‘Apes’ in 2027. By knowing the release dates of these franchises, we can strategize better. This allows us to consider what kind of original movies, in terms of genre, we should produce to test audience preferences.

It seems that Asbell might be discussing the potential future of the Apes series, given the known release dates for upcoming films in the Avatar (December 18, 2025 for Avatar: Fire and Ash) and Predator (November 7, 2025 for Predator: Badlands) franchises. Consequently, it’s probable that Asbell is referring to accurate information about a sequel to Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes and the possible timeframe for its release.

What would a sequel to Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes be?

Towards the conclusion of “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes“, the movie laid out a blueprint for where the story would progress. Not only did Owen Teague’s character Noa assume leadership of The Eagle Clan, challenging Proximus Caesar (though it remains unclear whether he truly defeated him), but he also gained a deeper comprehension of Caesar’s teachings and the importance of apes working in unity. Additionally, there is the subplot involving Freya Allan’s character Mae, which disclosed that there are still bunkers containing healthy humans, who can communicate thanks to reactivating some Earth-orbiting satellites.

Ultimately, whether or not those two will clash remains unclear, as Noa and Mae conclude their last scene with an undercurrent of tension, questioning if Caesar’s dream of coexistence between man and ape is feasible. Noa openly expresses his doubts, while Mae hints at potential conflict by keeping a pistol concealed behind her back. Fortunately, the conversation doesn’t escalate, but it’s evident that tensions are high, and there might be another war on the horizon in the near future.

Was Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes a success?

As far as box office earnings go, “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes” proved to be a triumph for its studio, amassing approximately $397 million worldwide. Despite ranking lower than the last three contemporary “Planet of the Apes” films in terms of overall position, this can partly be attributed to changing movie-going trends over the past few years. Interestingly enough, “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes” actually surpassed 2017’s “War for the Planet of the Apes” by $25 million in domestic earnings, suggesting that American audiences took a liking to the film. At this moment, “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes” ranks as the tenth highest-grossing movie of the year.

If another installment of the Planet of the Apes: Kingdom series follows the timeline as stated, it would bring the franchise back to its original release schedule. Since the initial film Rise, followed by Dawn and War, each subsequent film in the series premiered three years after the last, with a seven-year gap between War and Kingdom.

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2024-10-27 16:09