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Planet of the Apes

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An astronaut crew crash-lands on a planet in the distant future where intelligent talking apes are the dominant species, and humans are the oppressed and enslaved.

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Charlton Heston
George Taylor
Roddy McDowall
Cornelius
Kim Hunter
Zira

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Planet of the Apes (1968) Presented by TCM
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Awards

  • 1969 - Honorary Award - - winner
  • 1969 - Oscar - Best Costume Design - nominated
  • 1969 - Oscar - Best Music, Original Score for a Motion Picture (not a Musical) - nominated
  • 1969 - NBR Award - Top Ten Films - winner

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How and Where to Watch the Planet of the Apes Movies in Order Before Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes

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Tue, May 14, 2024
How and Where to Watch the Planet of the Apes Movies in Order Before Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes

Lost Finale Mysteries Revealed!

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A few years ago, William ...

Question: A few years ago, William Shatner hosted a special for TV Guide going through most of the sci-fi shows that had been on over the years. I believe that it was called "TV Guide's Best of Sci-Fi" or something to that effect. Is it available on video and, if not, what is the name of the old children's sci-fi show that starred Ruth Buzzi as a lost space person traveling from one planet to another? Do you know? Thank you.Answer: Why, of course I do. The program in question, TV Guide Looks at Science Fiction, features Shatner presenting highlights from such notable shows as Lost in Space, The X-Files, Planet of the Apes and others. You should be able to find it on VHS and DVD at local video stores and online merchants. The show you're wondering about is The Lost Saucer, y

Thu, Oct 20, 2005