The Planet of the Apes franchise is evolving with a new film directed by Matt Shakman, known for The Fantastic Four: First Steps. This upcoming project is set to be an original story, marking a reboot rather than a direct continuation of Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, which was released in May 2024 and received positive reviews. Shakman is working alongside writer Josh Friedman, who contributed to the script for the previous installment. While plot details remain under wraps, the film's development follows the success of Kingdom, which introduced new characters and advanced the timeline significantly. As of now, no official release window has been set for the new film, and it remains uncertain how it will relate to existing plans for sequels in the franchise.