‘Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes’ Sequel Talks Confirmed by Director Wes Ball

The director of “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes,” Matt Reeves, has recently disclosed that discussions for the sequel, possibly with an even lengthier title, are underway. This potential film could potentially be the standout movie in his planned “Planet of the Apes” trilogy. Debuting last year, “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes” continues to delve into the intriguing world dominantly governed by our simian counterparts. Receiving positive criticism and a decent performance at the box office, information about the subsequent film has been sparse, but Reeves has now confirmed that negotiations are taking place.

In a chat with Collider, Ball playfully hinted at exciting locations and creative concepts brewing for the next installment of the Planet of the Apes: Kingdom. Although he remains secretive about details, he does share that there are hidden hints scattered throughout the initial film that keen-eyed viewers might have overlooked…

Indeed, we’re discussing it, though I can’t reveal much more at the moment. However, I must admit, I’m quite eager as I have several projects on my hands currently. I’d relish the opportunity to work on each one, but there are so many fascinating directions we could take the next one. We have plans for where we want this project to progress, and there are elements in this movie that may seem inconsequential, but are actually crucial setups.

Wes Ball Thinks the Next ‘Planet of the Apes’ Sequel Will Be the Best One in the Trilogy

In contrast, the “Planet of the Apes Kingdom” currently boasts an outstanding 80% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. However, director Wes Ball anticipates that the sequel will surpass it, as he contends that “often, the second movie in a trilogy is the finest.

Typically, the second film in a trilogy is considered the finest. It’s structured this way, packed with drama, conflict, and some incredibly intense or impactful events. The transformation of the character Noa throughout this movie is particularly noteworthy, and it sets up interesting possibilities for where these characters and their stories might go in the future. It’s an exciting prospect.

In the helm of director Wes Ball, penned by Josh Friedman, and featuring performances from Owen Teague, Freya Allan, Kevin Durand, Peter Macon, and William H. Macy, the upcoming installment in the Planet of the Apes series, titled Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, takes place several decades after Matt Reeves’ War for the Planet of the Apes. The storyline centers around a powerful ape ruler expanding his domain. For more details about the latest sequel (and prequel) in the Planet of the Apes saga, you can read the official synopsis provided below.

Film director Wes Ball rejuvenates the worldwide, grand franchise, which unfolds in the distant future after Caesar’s rule, where apes are thriving and humans exist in obscurity. As a new ruthless ape leader expands his domain, one young ape embarks on an arduous journey that challenges everything he thought he knew about the past and forces him to make decisions that will shape a destiny for both apes and humans.

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2025-02-13 17:33