Conquest of the Planet of the Apes
In a futuristic world that has embraced ape slavery, a chimpanzee named Caesar resurfaces after almost twenty years of hiding from the authorities, and prepares for a revolt against humanity.
Critics Sentiment
Caesar leads apes in violent revolt, setting the city on fire
Armando is interrogated by Kolp using psychological torture device
The film drops significantly during Armando's interrogation with its cheap props and implausible torture device, then gradually builds toward the climactic uprising
Critics found Conquest to be an ambitious but flawed entry that effectively tackles slavery and civil rights themes through its ape rebellion narrative. While praised for strong performances from McDowall and social commentary, many noted budget limitations, heavy-handed messaging, and pacing issues. The violent uprising sequence was consistently highlighted as the film's most impressive achievement.
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Roddy McDowall
Caesar
Don Murray
Breck
Ricardo Montalban
Armando
Hari Rhodes
MacDonald
Severn Darden
Kolp
Lou Wagner
Busboy
Natalie Trundy
Lisa
John Randolph
Commission Chairman
Asa Maynor
Mrs. Riley
Joyce Haber
Zelda
H.M. Wynant
Hoskyns
David Chow
Aldo
Buck Kartalian
Frank - Gorilla
John Dennis
Policeman
Paul Comi
2nd Policeman
Gordon Jump
Auctioneer
Dick Spangler
Announcer
Hector Soucy
Ape With Chain
James Bacon
Ape (uncredited)
Rayford Barnes
Riot Control Commander in Plaza (uncredited)
Crew
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