<P> Principal photography began on October 14 , 2015 , in Vancouver , British Columbia , Canada . War for the Planet of the Apes premiered in New York City on July 10 , 2017 , and was theatrically released in the United States on July 14 , 2017 , by 20th Century Fox . The film has grossed over $490 million and received critical praise , with many reviewers highlighting the acting ( particularly Serkis ) , visual effects , story , musical score and direction . The film received a nomination for Best Special Visual Effects at the 71st British Academy Film Awards . </P>
when does planet of the apes come out 2017
July 14 , 2017