The film that rebooted the Apes saga – a lab chimp’s rise to leader of an ape uprising – was filmed in Vancouver, Canada, with New Orleans and Hawaii rounding out its world, and a climactic battle on the Golden Gate Bridge.
Where was Rise of the Planet of the Apes filmed?
Rise of the Planet of the Apes was filmed in Vancouver, Canada, with New Orleans and Hawaii.
Every Rise of the Planet of the Apes location, explained
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The city – Vancouver
The urban scenes used Vancouver, British Columbia.
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The forest – British Columbia
The apes’ woodland used the forests around Vancouver and Burnaby.
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New Orleans – the studio
Some scenes used New Orleans, Louisiana.
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San Francisco – the setting
The story is set in San Francisco, ending on the Golden Gate Bridge.
Planning a visit
Vancouver and its forests – the film’s real home – are spectacular, accessible parts of British Columbia.
Rise of the Planet of the Apes Fun Facts
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Filmed in Vancouver The reboot used Vancouver and its forests, with New Orleans and Hawaii.
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The Golden Gate battle The climax unfolds on San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge.
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Caesar is born The film introduces the ape leader Caesar.
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Serkis's motion capture Andy Serkis brought Caesar to life through performance capture.
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A saga reborn It launched a acclaimed new Planet of the Apes trilogy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Rise of the Planet of the Apes filmed?
In Vancouver, Canada, with New Orleans and Hawaii.
Is it set in San Francisco?
Yes – ending on the Golden Gate Bridge.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – Vancouver is accessible.
Who plays Caesar?
Andy Serkis, through performance capture.
When was it released?
2011.
