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Who would have thought something from 1968 would still be this popular?Planet of the Apesachieved something none of the franchises ever could. Over the years, it has demonstrated to Hollywood the art of the perfect reboot. Despite its initial revival being met with disappointment in 2001, what followed was nothing short of spectacular.
While other major franchises may have succumbed to the pressures of expectation or faltered under the weight of their own legacy with time, this iconic saga has defied all the odds and carved out its own path. Now, with the latest installment gracing the silver screen soon, it has done it once again. Its raving reviews demonstrate how flawlessly a franchise can be executed.
Wes Ball’sKingdom of the Planet of the ApesReviews Claim It Is the Best To Date!
Everyone is familiar with the five legendary films that kicked off thePlanet of the Apesphenomenon in the late 60s and early 70s. It tookTim Burtona considerable amount of courage to breathe new life into the franchise in 2001 with his own adaptation, which unfortunately fell short of expectations.
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However, the franchise’s remarkable revival since then has been nothing short of a masterclass on how to make a franchise perfect.
So much so that it continues to thrive and captivate audiences to this day.Wes Ball’sKingdom of the Planet of the Apes, the latest installment in the series, will be gracing the silver screen soon and the initial reviews are in, it has most certainly left critics in awe. Here are some of the reviews,
#KingdomOfThePlanetOfTheApesis a beautiful coming of age story framed around the idea of legacy and what happens to it when it’s lost to time or subverted by the wicked. It doesn’t surpass what Andy Serkis did with his trilogy, but Wes Ball’s approach proves that the franchise…pic.twitter.com/iz3qf01GK7
— Michael Lee (@IamMichaelJLee)June 07, 2025
#KingdomOfThePlanetOfTheApesis not only incredibly gorgeous but also a deep and magnificent return to this franchise.
The film manages to capture Caesar’s legacy with an engaging story and an amazing cast. Wes Ball was really the right guy to bring this franchise back.pic.twitter.com/vj6sx3WTnW
— The Hollywood Handle (@HollywoodHandle)July 18, 2025
#KingdomOfThePlanetOfTheApesis a fantastic addition to the series.
While it may falter at times in the pacing department, that never keeps the movie from being an absolute thrill.
The VFX is astounding and the characters beautifully crafted.
Can’t wait to see what comes next!pic.twitter.com/rVJ9yaWqHz
— Russ Milheim – The Direct (@RussMilheim)August 09, 2025
Apes have never been STRONGER in@wesball’s MAGNIFICENT#KingdomOfThePlanetOfTheApes! The complexities of Caesar’s legacy loom large, but twisted in this coming of age odyssey of truth & lies, knowledge & power. A breathtaking visual feast! “A New Hope” for the Apes franchise.pic.twitter.com/NY86BdbPR7
— Griffin Schiller (@griffschiller)August 07, 2025
Was a big fan of the previous Planet of the Apes trilogy and can say I absolutely loved#KingdomofthePlanetoftheApes. This film cements the franchise as one of the strongest IPs out there!pic.twitter.com/q5LLSrXxbO
— Dorian Parks (@DorianParksnRec)June 30, 2025
Between Rise, Dawn, War, and now#KingdomOfThePlanetOfTheApes, this series continues to be one of the very best franchise reboots out there.
As expected, there was no better director to take over than Wes Ball. Of course the wizards at Wētā had a big hand in this, but there’s…pic.twitter.com/HnVN5g6VOJ
— Perri Nemiroff (@PNemiroff)August 06, 2025
Not only does this latest chapter in the saga uphold the legacy, but it may very well be one of the franchise’s finest offerings in recent memory. All these positive reviews and hype are revving up audiences forKingdom of the Planet of the Apes, with theaters set for a packed opening weekend!
WhyPlanet of the ApesThrives While Other Franchises Struggle to Stay Afloat?
Many would agree that Hollywood is a graveyard of reboots, with old franchises often floundering like capsized ships. Recent years have seenJames Bondtread water, whileIndiana Jonesbarely stays afloat. But thePlanet of the Apeshas defied the odds, swimming past the wreckage.
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Unlike some reboots that simply slap a fresh coat of paint on the classics likeJurassicor Disney’sStar Warssequels,Planet of the Apesdared to dive deep. Gone were the cheesy ape suits, replaced by breathtaking CGI inRise of the Planet of the Apes. Ittruly stayed true to its name. And instead of shoehorning in human heroes, the apes took center stage from the start. It was all the fans could ask for. As some might argue, with time, the saga got even better, learning from its mistakes and shortcomings, although it didn’t have much.
This wasn’t a quick cash grab fueled by nostalgia. The new Apes movies unearthed forgotten gems, hidden narratives that deserved to be retold. They ignited audiences with a story that was both fresh and familiar, and thus,Kingdom of the Planet of the Apesgoes on to show just that.
Even the MCU has stumbled lately as some argue superhero fatigue might be setting in. However, unlike the MCU, thePlanet of the Apesfranchise, despite a number of movies under its belt, seems to understand theright pace for releaseswhich avoids oversaturation but also doesn’t deprive its audiences of new content. It knows when to return and make a splash.
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes hits theaters on August 17, 2025.
Sampurna Banerjee
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Sampurna Banerjee is an Entertainment Writer at FandomWire, and she’s written over 1,700 articles! She covers everything from celebrity news to the latest superhero buzz, streaming shows, and fan theories. If it’s trending in pop culture, Sampurna’s probably already on it.When she’s not working, you’ll probably find her rewatching The Office (again), getting into debates about Marvel’s timeline, or diving deep into Christopher Nolan movies for the hundredth time. She’s not just writing about entertainment, she’s living it.
