War for the Planet of the Apes (2017)
Apes and humans clash in a bleak, epic war as one ape leader grapples with his quest for vengeance.
Caesar and his apes are forced into a deadly conflict with an army of humans led by a ruthless Colonel. After the apes suffer unimaginable losses, Caesar wrestles with his darker instincts and begins his own mythic quest to avenge his kind. As the journey finally brings them face to face, Caesar and the Colonel are pitted against each other in an epic battle that will determine the fate of both their species and the future of the planet.
How intense is War for the Planet of the Apes?
War for the Planet of the Apes is mildly scary, with graphic gore and brutal violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated PG-13.
What War for the Planet of the Apes feels like
- Tone
- grittyepicsuspensefulbleak
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream War for the Planet of the Apes
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 13, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is War for the Planet of the Apes for you?
Is War for the Planet of the Apes scary?
Only a little. War for the Planet of the Apes has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is War for the Planet of the Apes gory or violent?
Graphic gore (2 of 3) and brutal violence (3 of 3). If graphic gore is a dealbreaker, skip it.
Is War for the Planet of the Apes sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is War for the Planet of the Apes OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 1, gore 2, violence 3, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is War for the Planet of the Apes?
War for the Planet of the Apes runs 2h 20m.
Where can I stream War for the Planet of the Apes?
War for the Planet of the Apes is streaming on Max.
Does War for the Planet of the Apes have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
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