Zira — Beneath the Planet of the Apes Character Profile

About Zira

Chimpanzee psychologist and scientist, wife of Cornelius, mother of Caesar

Zira — Character Profile

Alignment

Hero

Species

Enhanced_human

Abilities

Scientific research, Human psychology, Time travel

• Strength: 4.5/10
• Intelligence: 9/10
• Charisma: 8/10
• Morality: 8.5/10
• Influence: 7.5/10

Affiliations

• Multiverse of the Planet of the Apes

Quick Facts about Zira

Occupation

veterinarian, psychologist

Zira's Known Relations

• Caesar — Child
• Cornelius — Spouse
• Dr. Zaius — Enemy

Zira appears in 3 titles

• Planet of the Apes (1968) — character page
• Beneath the Planet of the Apes (1970)
• Escape from the Planet of the Apes (1971) — character page

Character Facts

Played by

Kim Hunter

Appears in

Beneath the Planet of the Apes (1970)

Role

Supporting

Relationships (2)

• Zira — Family Spouse — Cornelius (David Watson)

  A bonded scientific pair who share a home and professional partnership.

• Zira — Alliance Supporter — Brent (James Franciscus)

  A sympathetic ape scientist who provides medical aid and facilitates escape.

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• Brent (James Franciscus)
• Dr. Zaius (Maurice Evans)
• Taylor (Charlton Heston)
• Nova (Linda Harrison)
• Mendez (Paul Richards)
• Caspay (Jeff Corey)
• Cornelius (David Watson)
• Fat Man (Victor Buono)
• Albina (Natalie Trundy)
• Ursus (James Gregory)
• Negro (Don Pedro Colley)
• Gorilla Sgt. (Eldon Burke)