George Taylor — Planet of the Apes Character Profile

About George Taylor

Astronaut who discovers the ape-ruled planet in the original 1968 film

George Taylor — Character Profile

Alignment

Anti-hero

Species

Human

Abilities

Astronaut training, Survival, Critical thinking

• Strength: 7.5/10
• Intelligence: 8.5/10
• Charisma: 7/10
• Morality: 7.5/10
• Influence: 8/10

Affiliations

• Multiverse of the Planet of the Apes

Quick Facts about George Taylor

Occupation

astronaut

First Appearance

Planet of the Apes

George Taylor's Known Relations

• Dr. Zaius — Enemy

George Taylor appears in 2 titles

• Planet of the Apes (1968)
• Beneath the Planet of the Apes (1970) — character page

Character Facts

Played by

Charlton Heston

Appears in

Planet of the Apes (1968)

Role

Protagonist

Relationships (1)

• George Taylor — Conflict Enemy Of — Dr. Zaius (Maurice Evans)

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