Behind the Planet of the Apes
“Journey back to the Planet of the Apes”
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.
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Behind the Planet of the Apes (1998) Promo (VHS Capture)
Type: Trailer • Published 2014-10-06
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 5, 1998
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Comtois, Kevin Burns
- Screenplay & Story
- Brian Anthony, David Comtois, Kevin Burns
- Original Title
- Behind the Planet of the Apes
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 7m
- Production Studios
- Van Ness Films, AMC, Foxstar Productions, 20th Century Fox Home Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Comtois, Kevin Burns
Brian Anthony, David Comtois, Kevin Burns
David Comtois, Dustin Ebsen, Steven Rasch
Kevin Burns, Shelley Lyons
Department Leadership Roster
David Comtois
Director
Kevin Burns
Director
Brian Anthony
Writer
David Comtois
Writer
Kevin Burns
Writer
Shelley Lyons
Producer
David Comtois
Editor
Dustin Ebsen
Editor
Steven Rasch
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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What is Behind the Planet of the Apes 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 directed Behind the Planet of the Apes?
Behind the Planet of the Apes was directed by David Comtois, Kevin Burns.
Who stars in Behind the Planet of the Apes?
The principal cast of Behind the Planet of the Apes includes Roddy McDowall, Charlton Heston, Richard D. Zanuck, John Chambers, Kim Hunter.
When was Behind the Planet of the Apes released and how long is it?
Behind the Planet of the Apes was released in 1998 with a total runtime of 2h 7m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Behind the Planet of the Apes?
Behind the Planet of the Apes holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).