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# Planet of the Apes - Parental Guide
This G-rated sci-fi adventure follows an astronaut stranded on a planet ruled by intelligent apes who hunt humans. While there's moderate action and chase sequences, the film contains no profanity, sexual content, or graphic violence. The role-reversal premise and ape makeup may unsettle younger children, but it's generally suitable for ages 8 and up.
About this movie
Genre
Science Fiction, Adventure, Drama, Action
Synopsis
Astronaut Taylor crash lands on a distant planet ruled by apes who use a primitive race of humans for experimentation and sport. Soon Taylor finds himself among the hunted, his life in the hands of a benevolent chimpanzee scientist.
Cast

Charlton Heston
George Taylor
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Ratings based on MPAA/TV classification and TMDB metadata. Updated March 2026.
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