Behind the Planet of the Apes

Journey back to the Planet of the Apes

1998 • 127 min • Documentary · Science Fiction · TV Movie

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Synopsis

Roddy McDowall takes you, film by film, from production meetings to make-up sessions, then right onto the movie set to see the actual filming of the science fiction masterpiece. The most comprehensive history of Planet of the Apes ever created, this fascinating 127-minute documentary explores one of the most imaginative and influential series in movie history.

Our family guide

Best from age 8

Movie Knight Score

48 reviews

71 Audience · 48 · 100%

Roddy McDowall hosts this documentary exploring the making of the iconic Planet of the Apes film series. It delves into production meetings, make-up sessions, and on-set filming, offering a comprehensive look at the franchise's history.

Violence & peril: 1/10
Language: 0/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 0/10
Romance & sensuality: 0/10
Scary moments: 1/10

Heads up

Some brief, stylized clips from the original movies

What it models well

Creativity and innovation
Appreciation of film history
Teamwork and collaboration

Talk about it after

How movies are made
The evolution of special effects
The importance of historical preservation

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