Taylor — Beneath the Planet of the Apes Character Profile

About Taylor

Astronaut whose legacy influences future ape-human dynamics.

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 Taylor

Occupation

astronaut

First Appearance

Planet of the Apes

Taylor's Known Relations

• Dr. Zaius — Enemy

Taylor appears in 2 titles

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

Character Facts

Played by

Charlton Heston

Appears in

Beneath the Planet of the Apes (1970)

Role

Supporting

Relationships (3)

• Taylor — Alliance Teammate — Brent (James Franciscus)

  Fellow astronauts reunited in captivity who combine efforts to survive the telepaths.

• Taylor — Social Companion — Nova (Linda Harrison)

  A bonded pair whose emotional connection breaks the telepathic mind control.

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

  The orangutan minister who represents the oppressive ape regime Taylor opposes.

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