Behind the Planet of the Apes

Year: 1998

Runtime: 127 mins

Language: English

Directors: Kevin Burns, David Comtois

DocumentaryTV MovieScience Fiction

Roddy McDowall guides viewers through the making of the original Planet of the Apes series, moving from early production meetings and makeup workshops to on‑set filming of the iconic science‑fiction saga. This 127‑minute documentary offers the most comprehensive history of the franchise, exploring its imaginative concepts and lasting influence on cinema.

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