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Is Planet of the Apes safe for children?

G Science Fiction, Adventure, Drama, Action Use caution
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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.
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Violence
Moderate
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Language / Profanity
None
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Sexual Content
None
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Horror / Scary
None
Type
Movie
Released
1968
Rating
G
Genre
Science Fiction, Adventure, Drama, Action

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.

Charlton Heston
Charlton Heston
George Taylor
Roddy McDowall
Roddy McDowall
Cornelius
Kim Hunter
Kim Hunter
Zira
Maurice Evans
Maurice Evans
Dr. Zaius
Full cast on IMDb ›
Under 6
Not yet
Ages 6–8
Not recommended
Ages 9–12
With parent
Ages 13+
Yes

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Ratings based on MPAA/TV classification and TMDB metadata. Updated March 2026.
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