The period between saw the Planet of the Apes franchise transition from a polarizing standalone remake to a critically acclaimed, high-tech reboot trilogy. Planet of the Apes (2001)
Directed by , this film was a "reimagining" of the 1968 original rather than a direct remake.
In 2011, the franchise was successfully rebooted with a focus on the origin of the ape uprising, utilizing cutting-edge motion-capture technology.
The practical makeup by Rick Baker is still highly regarded for its realism. The Reboot Era: The Rise of Caesar
While it was a financial success, grossing over $362 million , it received mixed reviews due to its confusing twist ending. Despite the success, planned sequels were cancelled in favor of a fresh start a decade later.
Astronaut Leo Davidson (Mark Wahlberg) crashes on a planet where talking apes rule over primitive humans.