Studio Trigger Sets Sights on an Anime Adaptation of The Planet of the Apes

Summary

• Studio Trigger aims to adapt
  The Planet of the Apes
  into an anime series, exploring the rich universe through detailed storytelling.
• Wes Ball sees television series as advantageous for storytelling, sparking interest in a serialized anime adaptation of the franchise.
• Studio Trigger’s unique approach may include culturally specific content, such as a concept like Monkey School, catering to the Japanese market.

Studio Trigger, known for its visually striking and innovative animation, has expressed a keen interest in developing an anime adaptation of The Planet of the Apes. This news came during a recent meeting in Japan between Hiroyuki Imaishi, co-founder of Studio Trigger, and Wes Ball, director of the upcoming film Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes.

The talk unfolded as part of a promotional event organized by The River to celebrate the legacy and future of the Planet of the Apes series. Both Imaishi and Ball shared shared their personal and professional perspectives on the series, pointing out its creative depth and enduring appeal. The event served both as a platform for reminiscence and also as a fertile ground for forward-thinking proposals.

Wes Ball, reflecting on the constraints and possibilities of storytelling formats, pointed out the distinct advantage of television series over films. His comments opened the door to the potential of a serialized anime approach, allowing for more detailed development of the rich Planet of the Apes universe. Ball said:

With an anime series, you can take your time and draw things. A movie is two hours long, so even if you try to cram everything in, it’s not that easy. I’d love to try a series.

Seizing the moment, Imaishi stressed the unique position of the series for adaptation into a television format, noting,

“Planet of the Apes is a fascinating series that seems like it could do a lot of different things if it were made into a TV series.”

The comment elicited an excited response from Ball, who expressed a desire to explore the possibility with Disney, the current rights holder of the franchise. Ball said:

Yes! That sounds interesting. Let’s ask Disney! That could be great.

Studio Trigger’s Creative Approach to Culturally Specific Content

Imaishi, always one to think outside the box, also floated a creative twist that could cater specifically to the Japanese market. “There aren’t many films in Japan that feature monkeys as the main characters. If I were to make one for the Japanese market, I’d like to try a Monkey School,” he mused. This concept shows Studio Trigger’s inventive spirit and its ability to culturally tailor its productions.

Studio Trigger’s track record with successful titles such as BNA, Kill la Kill, and Cyberpunk Edgerunners positions it as a formidable creator capable of handling a franchise as beloved and complex as The Planet of the Apes. The studio’s flair for dynamic storytelling and striking animation style could bring a fresh perspective to the saga, potentially infusing new life into its expansive lore.

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