If you loved
Conquest of the Planet of the Apes
J. Lee Thompson · Film · 1972
What hooked you in Conquest of the Planet of the Apes is the visceral tension of an oppressed group rising against their masters.
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Adaptation
Planet of the Apes
Franklin J. Schaffner · Film · 1968
Adaptation
Beneath the Planet of the Apes
Ted Post · Film · 1970
Books on the same thread
3001
Arthur Charles Clarke · Book · 1997
Like Conquest of the Planet of the Apes, this explores the profound evolution of intelligence and consciousness, challenging your perspective on what defines the hierarchy between species and their creators.
The Lunar Chronicles: Cinder
Marissa Meyer · Book · 2012
You will recognize the systemic inequality found in Conquest of the Planet of the Apes within this story, where a marginalized individual fights against a rigid, oppressive social structure.
The Man in the High Castle
Philip K. Dick · Book · 1992
This narrative mirrors the atmosphere of occupation seen in Conquest of the Planet of the Apes, focusing on the dark realities of a society built upon the subjugation of others.
Fuzzy Nation
John Scalzi · Book · 2011
If the moral conflict regarding sentient rights in Conquest of the Planet of the Apes resonated with you, this story of corporate greed versus emerging intelligence will be essential reading.
Series on the same thread
Gurren Lagann
Series · 2007
This story channels the rebellious spirit of Caesar from Conquest of the Planet of the Apes, depicting a determined underdog rising up to challenge the status quo of a violent world.
Fallout
Graham Wagner · Series · 2024
The stark social stratification and class warfare that defined Conquest of the Planet of the Apes are echoed here, as survivors navigate a harsh, unforgiving environment defined by their ancestors' mistakes.
Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion
Series · 2006
This series perfectly captures the tactical rebellion and political intrigue of Conquest of the Planet of the Apes, focusing on the liberation of a conquered people against an imperialistic regime.
Neon Genesis Evangelion
Series · 1995
Much like the existential crisis and societal pressure in Conquest of the Planet of the Apes, this story examines the trauma of a species pushed to the brink of total annihilation.
Podcasts on the same thread
Revolutions
Mike Duncan · Podcast · 2025
The patterns of societal collapse and revolution depicted in Conquest of the Planet of the Apes are explored here through a factual lens, analyzing the mechanics of how oppressed populations revolt.
The Telepathy Tapes
Ky Dickens · Podcast · 2026
The inquiry into the potential of non-human or alternate consciousness found in Conquest of the Planet of the Apes continues here, as the podcast investigates the hidden depths of human experience.
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Common questions
What order should I watch the movies in if I want to see how the story leads to Conquest of the Planet of the Apes?
To follow the narrative timeline, you should begin with the 1968 Planet of the Apes, followed by Beneath the Planet of the Apes. These films provide the necessary context regarding the state of humanity and the rise of ape society that eventually culminates in Conquest of the Planet of the Apes.
Is Conquest of the Planet of the Apes based on the original Planet of the Apes book?
Conquest of the Planet of the Apes is not a direct adaptation of the 1963 book by Pierre Boulle. While it shares the franchise title, it functions as a distinct entry in the film series that explores the specific origins of the ape revolt against human enslavement.
Does Conquest of the Planet of the Apes continue the plot from Beneath the Planet of the Apes?
Yes, Conquest of the Planet of the Apes serves as a chronological successor to the events depicted in Beneath the Planet of the Apes. It picks up the narrative thread by showing the aftermath of the societal shifts that led to the system of ape slavery seen in the film.
How does the premise of Conquest of the Planet of the Apes relate to the 1968 Planet of the Apes movie?
Conquest of the Planet of the Apes acts as a prequel to the 1968 Planet of the Apes film. It details the rise of the character Caesar and the initial revolt that transforms the futuristic world into the society of apes encountered by the astronauts in the original movie.