KINGDOM OF THE PLANET OF THE APES Social Media Reactions Hails Movie As "Worthy Successor" To Previous Trilogy

In Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, director Wes Ball plans to breathe new life into the franchise with a story set several generations in the future following Caesar's reign. Apes are now the dominant species living harmoniously and humans have been reduced to living in the shadows.

As a new tyrannical ape leader builds his empire, one young ape undertakes a harrowing journey that will cause him to question all that he has known about the past and to make choices that will define a future for apes and humans alike.

Given Ball's expertise in the young adult realm with The Maze Runner movies and chatter about Kingdom shifting the spotlight to a younger cast of characters, some fans have expressed concerns about the classic sci-fi franchise becoming a franchise for teens. Then, there's also the fact it has to follow the previous trilogy (no easy feat). 

Well, early word is in and it's mostly very positive so far. All signs point to Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes more than living up to its predecessors, and while there are some minor niggles, it appears the franchise is in safe hands with Disney (who inherited it after merging with Fox). 

We know better than to put too much stock into these early social media reactions, particularly as many of the journalists in question are likely riding high after getting to attend the movie's splashy premiere! Still, these bode well for what sounds like a must-see movie. 

You can read through the first Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes verdicts in the X posts below (via SFFGazette.com). 

Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes is a strong continuation of the series. Takes a little while to find its footing, but builds into an captivating second act and a thrilling finale. Excited to see where it heads from here after an intriguing ending. pic.twitter.com/wuYWSMDeB0

— Ian Sandwell (@ian_sandwell) May 3, 2024

Was a big fan of the previous Planet of the Apes trilogy and can say I absolutely loved #KingdomofthePlanetoftheApes. This film cements the franchise as one of the strongest IPs out there! pic.twitter.com/q5LLSrXxbO

— Dorian Parks (@DorianParksnRec) May 3, 2024

I loved Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes. How is it as good as the Matt Reeves movies? I don't know but it's phenomenal. "Apocalypto with Apes," as Wes Ball promised. Riveting & emotional. APES continues to be pound for pound one of the best it not THE best franchise running.

— Kevin Polowy (@djkevlar) May 3, 2024

Apes have never been STRONGER in @wesball's MAGNIFICENT #KingdomOfThePlanetOfTheApes! The complexities of Caesar's legacy loom large, but twisted in this coming of age odyssey of truth & lies, knowledge & power. A breathtaking visual feast! "A New Hope" for the Apes franchise. pic.twitter.com/NY86BdbPR7

— Griffin Schiller (@griffschiller) May 3, 2024

#KingdomOfThePlanetOfTheApes does the Apes saga proud. A sprawling adventure with wonderful effects & performances.

It has A LOT to say, which leaves it thematically murky - I also don't *love* the ending - but those are minor gripes for an otherwise enjoyable, engaging film. pic.twitter.com/0aqH2x8K6v

— Germain Lussier (@GermainLussier) May 3, 2024

Wes Ball is the perfect director to bring #KingdomOfThePlanetOfTheApes to life! A compelling story with complex characters, stunning visuals, and brilliant through lines tying it to the movies that came before. Noa, Mae, and Proximus Caesar are phenomenal! pic.twitter.com/KR6YHxzPg1

— Caitlin Tyrrell (@caitlin_tyrrell) May 3, 2024

Between Rise, Dawn, War, and now #KingdomOfThePlanetOfTheApes, this series continues to be one of the very best franchise reboots out there.

As expected, there was no better director to take over than Wes Ball. Of course the wizards at Wētā had a big hand in this, but there's… pic.twitter.com/HnVN5g6VOJ

— Perri Nemiroff (@PNemiroff) May 3, 2024

What a wonderful day! KINGDOM OF THE PLANET OF THE APES is yet another strong entry in the Planet of the Apes franchise. Relieved & thrilled by how much I enjoyed it, even compared to the last nearly perfect trilogy. Wes Ball wisely takes his time establishing the state of the… pic.twitter.com/UyJxwvyE2r

— Matt Neglia (@NextBestPicture) May 3, 2024

KINGDOM OF THE PLANET OF THE APES is a worthy successor to the throne. A bold leap into the future of this world that hooked me immediately.

It's a genuinely exciting action adventure, perhaps larger in scope than the last films, but just as grounded in honest emotion. pic.twitter.com/Xq7SNNJ4yb

— Daniel Howat (@howatdk) May 3, 2024

Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes stars Owen Teague (IT), Freya Allan (The Witcher), Kevin Durand (Locke & Key), Peter Macon (Shameless), and William H. Macy (Fargo).

The screenplay is by Josh Friedman (War of the Worlds) and Rick Jaffa & Amanda Silver (Avatar: The Way of Water) and Patrick Aison (Prey), based on characters created by Rick Jaffa & Amanda Silver. 

Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, a new entry in 20th Century Studios' global, epic franchise, opens exclusively in theaters on May 10, 2024.

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