The highly anticipated summer blockbuster, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, is set to make its streaming debut on Hulu. The fourth installment in the Planet of the Apes reboot series hit theaters on May 10, garnering significant success at the box office. According to The Numbers, the movie has raked in close to $170.7 million domestically and $225.6 million internationally, resulting in a global box office total of $396.3 million.

With a reported budget of $160 million before marketing expenses, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes has been a lucrative venture for distributor 20th Century Studios. The film initially premiered on digital streaming via premium video on demand on July 9 and is slated for release on 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray on August 27. However, before its physical release, eager fans will have the opportunity to enjoy the movie on Hulu.

According to streaming tracker When to Stream, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes is scheduled to premiere on Hulu on Friday, August 2. Hulu, a streaming service under Disney’s umbrella, typically enjoys an exclusive window for films released by 20th Century Studios.

The movie, directed by Wes Ball and featuring a star-studded cast including William H. Macy, unfolds 300 years after the demise of ape leader Caesar. The plot follows Noa, a chimpanzee on a daring rescue mission to save his loved ones from a group of hostile apes. Teaming up with an orangutan named Raka and a human companion named Mae, they embark on a perilous journey to thwart the plans of a malevolent bonobo, Proximus Caesar, who seeks to wield advanced human weaponry for domination.

Critics have lauded Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, with an 80% “fresh” rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 309 reviews. Audience reception has also been positive, with an Audience Score of 77% based on over 2,500 viewer ratings. Despite its success, news of a sequel to the film has yet to be announced.

As fans eagerly anticipate the streaming premiere of Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes on Hulu on August 2, the movie continues to captivate audiences with its thrilling storyline and stellar performances from the cast.