Planet of the Apes

Planet of the Apes‘ Andy Serkis exposes the hypocrisy of expecting intelligent apes to be more “human”

The big standout performance in Rise of the Planet of the Apes isn’t James Franco or John Lithgow — instead, everybody’s buzzing about Andy Serkis’ brilliant motion-capture acting as the ape, Caesar. People are calling Serkis the first mo-cap movie star. Just check out this amazing behind-the-scenes video, showing how Serkis created a character with…

Movies Meredith Woerner

What your favorite Planet of the Apes movie says about you

With the seventh addition to the Planet of the Apes franchise around the corner, it’s time to take a minute and revisit the original Apes films. Which one is your favorite? And what does that reveal about your personality? Here’s what your favorite Planet of the Apes movie says about you. Planet of The Apes…

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Planet of the Apes: A Timeline and An Explanation

Rise of the Planet of the Apes hits theaters this Friday with a moving tale of genetically-altered apes who achieve human-level intelligence. But how does this film fit into the complicated time-travel tangles of the 40-year-old franchise? Let’s investigate. Warning: plot holes ahead. Illustration for io9 by the fantastic Stephanie Fox! Planet of the Apes…

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Is Rise of the Planet of the Apes anti-science?

You could easily interpret the new Planet of the Apes movie as being an anti-science diatribe — since it’s about foolish humans meddling with biology, causing a new race of super-intelligent apes to emerge. In Rise of the Planet of the Apes, humans create a cure for Alzheimer’s disease that makes apes smarter — thus…

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The closest we’ll ever get to the Planet of the Apes musical from The Simpsons

Someday, someone will make The Simpsons’ Planet of the Apes musical — but until then, watch as composer/actor Paul Williams serenades the Tonight Show crowd in his full Battle for the Planet of the Apes orangutan suit. Williams, who played Virgil the mutant human killer in Battle made a special appearance on this 70s show,…

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Why Daryl Gregory created a zombie messiah for Raising Stony Mayhall

Ever wondered what the Nativity would look like if Jesus were a zombie growing up in late-80s Ohio? With Raising Stony Mayhall, Daryl Gregory has answered that question. We asked him where the idea came from. Raising Stony Mayhall opens with Wanda Mayhall and her daughters finding a dead girl and a dead baby in…

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Get ready for animal (and plant) uprisings with these t-shirts

I’ve got hyper-intelligent, genetically-engineered apes on the brain, after hearing so much about Rise of the Planet of the Apes. And these tees from Ex-Boyfriend are the perfect thing for my mood. Ex-Boyfriend has a great collection of designs that combine geeky themes with bizarre cuteness. Plants eating cities, while bunnies flee! Pirate bunnies on…

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Rise of the Planet of the Apes might be the most realistic ape revolution movie ever

We’ve seen tons of new footage from Rise of the Planet of the Apes, and we’re even more excited for the upcoming primate rebellion. We also learned from the creative team just how far they went to create realistic apes. Last Thursday evening, we headed out to Caltech for a special presentation by the creative…

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Man hands ape an AK-47. Hilarity and/or death ensues!

Here’s an exclusive first look at the latest Planet of the Apes viral video. It’s a pretty fantastic “uncovered scientific study” of a chimp shooting an AK-47 at a pack of idiotic dudes. Never give a monkey a loaded gun! We’ve attached the earlier Rise of the Planet of the Apes viral vids that are…

Movies Meredith Woerner

Planet of the Apes concept art shows the brutal weapons of the ape uprising

See the Rise of the Planet of the Apes unfold, with this exclusive look inside the world of ape revolutionary Caesar. Check out our amazing collection of concept art from the film, and see the world from Caesar’s POV. The new concept art includes our first hint about the savage weaponry the apes will use…

Movies Meredith Woerner

New Apes trailer reveals that John Lithgow is to blame for the Ape Revolution

This brand new Rise Of The Planet of the Apes trailer finally gets to the heart of the matter. This new footage explores John Lithgow’s character and his Alzheimer’s disease, which must be what fueled scientist James Franco’s wild experiments. What it also shows is the “humanizing” of Caesar (the leader of the Ape revolution),…

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Find out which S.H.I.E.L.D. agents might be in The Avengers. Plus J.J. Abrams talks Super 8!

There’s a new photo of Ian McKellen as Gandalf… and it’s rather unusual. There are tons of clues for J.J. Abrams’ Super 8. And photos and details for Torchwood: Miracle Day. Plus find out what shows NBC won’t be airing. Plus new photos from Torchwood, Rise of the Planet of the Apes and the Supernatural…

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28 Science Fiction and Fantasy Movies That Could Rock Your Summer

Could this be the biggest movie summer of all time? It’s sure looking like it. Almost every weekend features at least one, and maybe two or three, movies with a science fiction, fantasy or comics pedigree. https://gizmodo.com/is-summer-2011-going-to-be-your-ultimate-movie-nerdgasm-5681270 There are superheroes, mutants, alien invasions, barbarians, monsters, tributes to Steven Spielberg, giant robots, boy wizards, weird horror…

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32 screencaps detail the epic battle between humans and apes from Rise of the Planet of the Apes

Yes, that most certainly is a giant gorilla attacking a helicopter. And there’s so much more glorious ape-on-human carnage for you to ogle, in our breakdown of the Rise of the Planet of the Apes trailer. The trailer opens with a look (into what we assume) is the animal testing lair. This place looks ominous…

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Watch the spine-tingling first trailer for Rise of the Planet of the Apes

Let the ape-pocalypse begin! Watch the story of one lone chimp who sparks the primate revolution against humanity. The ape uprising begins now — with the first ever trailer for Rise of the Planet of the Apes. Here’s the official description: A single act of both compassion and arrogance leads to a war unlike any…

Movies Meredith Woerner

First video of the creepy genetically enhanced Apes from Rise of the Apes

The recently retitled Rise of the Planet of the Apes has released a bit of WETA footage, showcasing the motion-capture Apes who will eventually enslave all of mankind. And it’s creepy as hell. WETA released this short clip on the new Apes’ facebook page, featuring a few seconds of a new-style Ape. Is this the…

Movies Meredith Woerner

The Greatest Post-Apocalyptic Subway Stations

It’s easy to forget when service is spotty, but urban subway systems are one of the modern age’s enduring achievements. So whenever movies and television show us the apocalypse, it just makes sense to show subways in ruins. Here are some outstanding examples of post-apocalyptic subway stops. Beneath the Planet of the Apes Everyone knows…

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10 Greatest Rappers Who Starred in Science Fiction and Fantasy Films

In space, nobody can hear you freestyle. But that hasn’t stopped some of hip-hop’s greatest legends from appearing in some classic science fiction and fantasy movies. From battling killer sharks to fighting off ghosts on Mars, some of our favorite rappers have also become some of our favorite SF heroes. Check out our definitive list…

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What if Soylent Green, The Omega Man, and Planet of the Apes were all the same film?

Video artist Anthony Discenza has made a Heston megamix “Charlton Heston: The Future has Already Been Written,” a movie-length video collage of the actor’s most depressingly futuristic films all spliced over each other. Says Discenza of the above footage: This an excerpt from a recent project that fuses Planet of the Apes, Omega Man, and…

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Every science fiction icon can be Elvis when you paint them on black velvet

We’ve marveled at the beauty of black velvet science fiction art before, including the lovely paintings of Bruce White. Now he’s doing a new gallery show, featuring all-new art of Darth Vader, Han Solo and Gojira, looking sexier than ever. White’s show of science fiction-themed black velvet art, appropriately titled “Velveta,” opens Friday at the…

io9 Charlie Jane Anders

Planet of the Apes‘ Andy Serkis exposes the hypocrisy of expecting intelligent apes to be more “human”

What your favorite Planet of the Apes movie says about you

Planet of the Apes: A Timeline and An Explanation

Is Rise of the Planet of the Apes anti-science?

The closest we’ll ever get to the Planet of the Apes musical from The Simpsons

Why Daryl Gregory created a zombie messiah for Raising Stony Mayhall

Get ready for animal (and plant) uprisings with these t-shirts

Rise of the Planet of the Apes might be the most realistic ape revolution movie ever

Man hands ape an AK-47. Hilarity and/or death ensues!

Planet of the Apes concept art shows the brutal weapons of the ape uprising

New Apes trailer reveals that John Lithgow is to blame for the Ape Revolution

Find out which S.H.I.E.L.D. agents might be in The Avengers. Plus J.J. Abrams talks Super 8!

28 Science Fiction and Fantasy Movies That Could Rock Your Summer

32 screencaps detail the epic battle between humans and apes from Rise of the Planet of the Apes

Watch the spine-tingling first trailer for Rise of the Planet of the Apes

First video of the creepy genetically enhanced Apes from Rise of the Apes

The Greatest Post-Apocalyptic Subway Stations

10 Greatest Rappers Who Starred in Science Fiction and Fantasy Films

What if Soylent Green, The Omega Man, and Planet of the Apes were all the same film?

Every science fiction icon can be Elvis when you paint them on black velvet

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