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Nonhuman primates have been represented in filmed media since its inception in the late 1800s. Both entertainment and documentary films portray primates in diverse ways, and these representations have multifaceted implications for public understanding of primate behavior and conservation. This entry explores the history, ethics, and consequences of how nonhuman primates have been portrayed in feature‐length films over time. Additionally, we explore how growing changes in film practices are diminishing the need for live primates in entertainment films and directing attention toward the conservation of wild primates.

In the original publication of the article, the percentage of feeding records on roadside-provisioned foods after the shift (2015-present) listed in Table 2 is incorrect. The correct value is 36%.

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