Planet of the Apes (1968)

Fifty years after its release, the original Planet of the Apes film remains a landmark achievement in moviemaking - due in no small part to its jaw-droppingly realistic depiction of an intelligent ape society. On this episode, we go behind the scenes with the unsung makeup and costume artists who created the iconic simian looks that shocked 1968 audiences.

We'll explore the incredible artistry and pioneering techniques used to construct the ape appliance masks and fur-covered bodysuits. Makeup wizard John Chambers and costume designer Elizabeth Ingle painstakingly brought these primate protagonists to life in ways never before seen on the big screen.