Treachery and Greed on the Planet of the Apes

Name: Treachery and Greed on the Planet of the Apes
Director: Jack Starrett
Genre: TV Movie, Adventure, Thriller, Science Fiction
Released: 1980-01-01
Duration: 90 min
Cast: Ron Harper, James Naughton, Mark Lenard, John Hoyt, Meegan King

1980Dir. Jack Starrett1h 30m

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Treachery and Greed on the Planet of the Apes is a 1980 TV movie that combines adventure, thriller, and science fiction elements. Directed by Jack Starrett, it is part of the Planet of the Apes franchise and offers a unique story set in a post-apocalyptic future.

The film follows fugitives Burke, Virdon, and Galen as they navigate a tense situation involving a human blacksmith and his son. The gorilla leader Urko poses a significant threat, insisting that the boy's life depends on the outcome of a horse race. The trio also works to expose a corrupt gorilla in a plot to assassinate Urko.

As the third of five telefilms, this movie combines episodes from the 1974 TV series, specifically "The Horse Race" and "The Tyrant." It features a runtime of 90 minutes and showcases the familiar themes of survival and morality in a world dominated by apes.

Third of five telefilms in the Apes saga · Features strong moral dilemmas · Highlights themes of corruption and survival