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Escape From the Planet of the Apes (1971)

Movie97minsRated PG

IMDb6.3/ 10CTV score6.3/ 10

Where to watch Escape From the Planet of the Apes in Australia

Escape From the Planet of the Apes is streaming in Australia on Disney+ (subscription). You can also buy it on Apple TV from $11.99.

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Availability checked 13 November 2026.

About Escape From the Planet of the Apes

The world is shocked by the appearance of three talking chimpanzees, who arrived mysteriously in a spacecraft. Intrigued by their intelligence, humans use them for research - until the apes attempt to escape.

Year
1971
Genres
Sci-Fi, Adventure, Action
Runtime
97mins
Rated
PG
Director
Don Taylor
Top cast
Roddy McDowall, Kim Hunter, Bradford Dillman, Natalie Trundy, Eric Braeden

Escape From the Planet of the Apes release dates in Australia

First release (worldwide)

Release dates: TMDB.

Cast and crew of Escape From the Planet of the Apes

  • Roddy McDowallas Cornelius
  • Kim Hunteras Dr. Zira
  • Bradford Dillmanas Dr. Lewis Dixon
  • Natalie Trundyas Dr. Stephanie 'Stevie' Branton
  • Eric Braedenas Dr. Otto Hasslein
  • William Windomas The President
  • Sal Mineoas Dr. Milo
  • Albert Salmias E-1
  • Jason Eversas E-2
  • John Randolphas Committee Chairman
  • Harry Lauteras General Winthrop
  • M. Emmet Walshas Aide
  • Roy Glennas Lawyer (as Roy E. Glenn Sr.)
  • Peter Forsteras Cardinal
  • Norman Burtonas Army Officer
Director
Don Taylor
Screenplay
Paul Dehn
Producer
Arthur P. Jacobs
Original Music Composer
Jerry Goldsmith
Director of Photography
Joseph F. Biroc

Cast and crew: TMDB.

Planet of the Apes (Original) Collection, in release order

  1. 1.Planet of the Apes7 February 1968
  2. 2.Beneath the Planet of the Apes23 April 1970
  3. 3.Escape from the Planet of the Apes20 May 1971
  4. 4.Conquest of the Planet of the Apes29 June 1972
  5. 5.Battle for the Planet of the Apes15 June 1973

Planet of the Apes (Original) movies in order, and where to stream every one

Collection: TMDB.

Escape From the Planet of the Apes trailer

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Is Escape From the Planet of the Apes on Netflix in Australia?

No, Escape From the Planet of the Apes is not on Netflix in Australia right now. It is streaming on Disney+.

Can I watch Escape From the Planet of the Apes for free in Australia?

No, Escape From the Planet of the Apes is not on a free service in Australia right now. You can stream it on Disney+ and buy it on Apple TV from $11.99.

Can I rent or buy Escape From the Planet of the Apes in Australia?

Yes, you can rent or buy Escape From the Planet of the Apes in Australia on Apple TV (buy from $11.99).