Chain Reaction vs Rise of the Planet of the Apes
Rise of the Planet of the Apes has the higher audience score (7.3/10 against 5.8/10 for Chain Reaction). Rise of the Planet of the Apes is the shorter watch at 1h 45m compared with 1h 47m. Chain Reaction is the older of the two (1996 against 2011). Both are action, science fiction, thriller movies, so they suit a similar mood. Both feature Brian Cox.
| Chain Reaction | Rise of the Planet of the Apes | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 5.8/10 | ★ 7.3/10 |
| Year | 1996 | 2011 |
| Length | 1h 47m | 1h 45m |
| Genres | Action, Science Fiction, Thriller | Action, Drama, Science Fiction, Thriller |
| Country | – | – |
| Director | Andrew Davis | Rupert Wyatt |
| Main cast | Kevin Dunn, Brian Cox, Fred Ward, Keanu Reeves, Chelcie Ross | John Lithgow, Brian Cox, Tyler Labine, James Franco, Andy Serkis |
Synopsis
Chain Reaction
At the University of Chicago, a research team that includes brilliant student machinist Eddie Kasalivich experiences a breakthrough: a stable form of fusion that may lead to a waste-free energy source. However, a private company wants to exploit the technology, so Kasalivich and physicist Dr. Lily Sinclair are framed for murder, and the fusion device is stolen. On the run from the FBI, they must recover the technology and exonerate themselves.
Rise of the Planet of the Apes
A highly intelligent chimpanzee named Caesar has been living a peaceful suburban life ever since he was born. But when he gets taken to a cruel primate facility, Caesar decides to revolt against those who have harmed him.
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