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Behind the Planet of the Apes

G19982h 7mDavid Comtois,Kevin Burns
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"Journey back to the Planet of the Apes"

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.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Behind the Planet of the Apes (1998) about?

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.

Who stars in Behind the Planet of the Apes?

Behind the Planet of the Apes stars Roddy McDowall (Self - Host), Charlton Heston (Self - 'Taylor'), Richard D. Zanuck (Self), John Chambers (Self), Kim Hunter (Self). The film was directed by David Comtois.

How long is Behind the Planet of the Apes?

Behind the Planet of the Apes has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 1998. It is rated G.

Is Behind the Planet of the Apes worth watching?

Behind the Planet of the Apes holds an IMDb rating of 7.4/10. Fans of Documentary, Science Fiction, TV Movie are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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