Planet of the Apes (2001) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
After a spectacular crash-landing on an uncharted planet, brash astronaut Leo Davidson finds himself trapped in a savage world where talking apes dominate the human race. Desperate to find a way home, Leo must evade the invincible gorilla army led by Ruthless General Thade.
Rated PG-13 • 2001 • 2h 0m
This 2001 remake of 'Planet of the Apes' earns its PG-13 rating primarily for sustained and intense sequences of science-fiction action and violence. The film follows astronaut Leo Davidson, who crash-lands on a dystopian planet where intelligent apes have enslaved primitive humans. Parents should be aware of frequent, often brutal but largely bloodless combat, including stabbings, beatings, and characters being burned or branded… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Planet of the Apes appropriate for kids?
This 2001 remake of 'Planet of the Apes' earns its PG-13 rating primarily for sustained and intense sequences of science-fiction action and violence. The film follows astronaut Leo Davidson, who crash-lands on a dystopian planet where intelligent apes have enslaved primitive… Read more — free account
Content severity in Planet of the Apes
What happens in Planet of the Apes, moment by moment
- 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
- 0:16 💬 Language 4/10
- 0:18 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
Sex and nudity in Planet of the Apes
A romantic subplot develops between the human protagonist and a female human, resulting in a kiss. There is also a farewell kiss between the human protagonist and a sympathetic female chimpanzee. There is no nudity or sexual innuendo.
Violence and gore in Planet of the Apes
The film contains frequent and often intense sequences of stylized violence. Action includes large-scale battles between apes and humans with clubbing, stabbing, and martial arts. Specific moments include apes being killed with bladed weapons, a character being burned, and humans being branded with hot irons. Though largely bloodless, the combat is brutal and chaotic, with many characters being killed. The villain, General Thade, is particularly ruthless, killing his own soldiers and attempting to crush a man's…
Read more — free accountLanguage in Planet of the Apes
Language is infrequent and mild for a PG-13 film. There are a few uses of words like "damn," "hell," and a single use of "shit." The famous line is subverted to, "Take your stinking hands off me, you damn dirty human!"
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Planet of the Apes
Substance use is very minor. One character, the orangutan slave trader Limbo, is briefly shown smoking a cigar-like object in a few scenes.
Mature themes in Planet of the Apes
Thematic content is strong and pervasive. The central theme is slavery and oppression, with humans treated as animals, caged, sold, and branded. It explores prejudice and speciesism through the ape society's caste system and its contempt for humans. The film also includes the murder of a prominent character by the main villain, the discovery of ancient corpses, and a downbeat, shocking ending that presents a bleak, dystopian reality.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Planet of the Apes appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Planet of the Apes is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. This 2001 remake of 'Planet of the Apes' earns its PG-13 rating primarily for sustained and intense sequences of science-fiction action and violence. The film follows astronaut Leo Davidson, who crash-lands on a…
What age rating does Planet of the Apes have?
Planet of the Apes is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Planet of the Apes about?
This 2001 remake of 'Planet of the Apes' earns its PG-13 rating primarily for sustained and intense sequences of science-fiction action and violence. The film follows astronaut Leo Davidson, who crash-lands on a dystopian planet where intelligent apes have enslaved primitive humans. Parents should be aware of…
Is there sex or nudity in Planet of the Apes?
A romantic subplot develops between the human protagonist and a female human, resulting in a kiss. There is also a farewell kiss between the human protagonist and a sympathetic female chimpanzee. There is no nudity or sexual innuendo.
How violent is Planet of the Apes?
The film contains frequent and often intense sequences of stylized violence. Action includes large-scale battles between apes and humans with clubbing, stabbing, and martial arts. Specific moments include apes being killed with bladed weapons, a character…
Is the language in Planet of the Apes appropriate for kids?
Language is infrequent and mild for a PG-13 film. There are a few uses of words like "damn," "hell," and a single use of "shit." The famous line is subverted to, "Take your stinking hands off me, you damn dirty human!"
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Planet of the Apes?
Substance use is very minor. One character, the orangutan slave trader Limbo, is briefly shown smoking a cigar-like object in a few scenes.
What mature themes appear in Planet of the Apes?
Thematic content is strong and pervasive. The central theme is slavery and oppression, with humans treated as animals, caged, sold, and branded. It explores prejudice and speciesism through the ape society's caste system and its contempt for humans. The film…
How long is Planet of the Apes?
Planet of the Apes runs 120 minutes, directed by Tim Burton, released in 2001.
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