What to Watch Before and After “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes”
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes is the 2024 epic continuation of the Planet of the Apes reboot series (Watching Order). It is set in a world ruled by apes and explores the interactions between ape clans and the humans left in the world. The film was directed by Wes Ball and written by Josh Friedman. It received generally positive reviews from critics and fans.
If you want to know what to watch before and after Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, we’ve got those details ready for you. Whether you are looking for films that take place before Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes or are curious about what comes after Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, we’ve got you covered.
What to Watch Before “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes”
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes is the fourth film in the Planet of the Apes reboot series (Watching Order). It takes place after the third film, War for the Planet of the Apes.
However, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes is relatively standalone. You can easily watch it without having seen the first three films.
This is because Kingdom is reported to be the first film in a new Planet of the Apes trilogy. It will still follow in the wake of the first three films but will be telling its own story that isn’t incredibly connected to those films. Think of it like how the Original Star Wars Trilogy and the Star Wars Prequel Trilogy (Watching Order) are connected yet can be watched entirely on their own.
What to Watch After “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes”
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes is currently the most recent film in the Planet of the Apes reboot series (Watching Order). So, there isn’t anything to watch directly after it. This is likely to change though, as it is reported that at least two more films are on the way, creating a new trilogy.
If you still want to check out something else though, you can go back to the original Planet of the Apes from 1968. This film started the entire Planet of the Apes series. Plus, in many ways, the entire reboot series is a prequel to this original film.
If you’re looking for films with similar vibes, we have a few suggestions. For recent sci-fi blockbusters, we’d highly recommend Dune and Dune: Part Two (Watching Order) alongside films like Prospect, Arrival, Prey, and Blade Runner 2049. For dystopian films with a similar feel to this film, you can try Children of Men, Mad Max: Fury Road (Watching Order), and even The Matrix (Watching Order).
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes FAQ
Is Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes a Sequel?
Yes, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes is a sequel to War for the Planet of the Apes. However, Kingdom is relatively standalone and takes place many, many years after its predecessor.
What Do You Need to Know Before Watching Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes?
This film takes place in a world previously dominated by humans but that is now ruled by intelligent apes. Honestly, that’s all you really need to know before going into this film. If you want the full story though, which gives plenty of background information, you can check out the first three Planet of the Apes reboot movies (Watching Order).
Is Caesar in Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes?
No, Caesar is not in Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes. However, elements of his legacy play a big part in the narrative.