In the aftermath of Caesar’s sacrifice, a new chapter unfolds in the Planet of the Apes saga. Many generations later, a rebellion ignites under the leadership of Noa, a young chimpanzee seeking to reclaim his family and honor Caesar’s teachings. Along with allies Raka and Mae, Noa confronts the power-hungry Proximus and his followers, leading to a climactic battle that shapes the future of both apes and humans.
Despite Proximus’s demise, the film’s ending echoes the complex themes of its predecessors. Noa emerges as a symbol of unity, while Mae’s journey represents the potential for coexistence or future conflict between humans and apes. As the film concludes, the fate of both species remains uncertain, leaving the door open for further exploration in the Planet of the Apes franchise.