Main Cast of Beneath Planet of the Apes
Beneath Planet of the Apes (1970) stars James Franciscus as Brent, Kim Hunter as Nova, and Maurice Evans as General Ursus. The film continues the story from Planet of the Apes, with returning ape characters played by familiar performers from the first movie.
Supporting Roles and Ape Performers
Supporting roles include James Gregory as General Aldo and Natalie Trundy as Albina. The ape cast features performers such as David Watson and John Huston in key leadership positions, reinforcing the film’s focus on ape society and military hierarchy.
Production Context and Cast Legacy
The cast was assembled by producer Arthur P. Jacobs under 20th Century Fox, with director Ted Post coordinating performances. The ensemble helped extend the franchise’s themes of conflict and identity, and the film remains a notable entry in the Planet of the Apes series.
For more details on the full cast and character breakdowns, see the film page on IMDb.
