The Making of Planet of the Apes

Jonathan Rinzler’s The Making of Planet of the Apes is a detailed account of the 1968 science fiction film’s production. This digital PDF edition is available for instant download. Explore the full story behind a landmark of cinema history.

From the original novel by Pierre Boulle to the final release, the book traces the long path of the production. It draws on scripts, photographs, and archival material. Readers can follow the creative decisions that shaped the film.

Book Overview

The Making of Planet of the Apes covers the development and filming of Planet of the Apes. The book begins with the 1963 novel by Pierre Boulle. It details the screenplay work of Rod Serling and Michael Wilson.

The narrative continues through production design, location shooting, and post-production. It ends with an epilogue on the film’s legacy. A full cast and crew appendix and bibliography are included.

What You’ll Discover Inside

• The evolution of the story from Pierre Boulle’s novel to early Rod Serling screenplay drafts.
• Summaries of the second draft and revised second draft, plus Michael Wilson’s final screenplay.
• Production design details, including technical drawings by L. G. Paull and William Creber’s spaceship concept.
• Accounts of location filming at Lake Powell and the Fox Ranch sets, including Apetown.
• Notes on director Franklin Schaffner’s work with the cast and gorilla extras.
• A step-by-step record from pre-production to release and the film’s legacy.

Why This Book Matters

Planet of the Apes remains a significant science fiction film. This book preserves a detailed record of its production. Archives from the Arthur P. Jacobs Collection support the account.

The book is useful to film historians, students of screenwriting, and fans of science fiction cinema. It shows how scripts, designs, and performances combined to create the final film. For readers, it brings the production process to life with documentary evidence.

Book Details

Device Compatibility

This is a digital download. No physical copy will be shipped. You can access the PDF after purchase.

The file works with Kindle apps, tablets, desktop computers, and mobile reading apps. Use a compatible reader to open the PDF. There is no printing service associated with this digital edition.

FAQ

How do I get the book after purchase? You will receive a digital download link after your order is complete.

Will I receive a physical copy? No. This is a digital PDF only.

Which devices are supported? The PDF can be read on Kindle apps, tablets, desktops, and mobile devices with a compatible reader.

Add The Making of Planet of the Apes to your digital library and explore the creation of a science fiction classic.