Cornelius — Beneath the Planet of the Apes Character Profile

About Cornelius

Chimpanzee archaeologist and scientist from the future, husband of Zira, father of Caesar

Cornelius — Character Profile

Alignment

Hero

Species

Enhanced_human

Abilities

Ape lore, Diplomacy, Survival

• Strength: 4/10
• Intelligence: 7.5/10
• Charisma: 7/10
• Morality: 8.5/10
• Influence: 6.5/10

Affiliations

• Multiverse of the Planet of the Apes

Quick Facts about Cornelius

Occupation

scientist, historian, archaeologist

Cornelius's Known Relations

• Zira — Spouse

Cornelius 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

David Watson

Appears in

Beneath the Planet of the Apes (1970)

Role

Supporting

Relationships (1)

• Cornelius — Family Spouse — Zira (Kim Hunter)

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

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