Question 1

How did the villain Dr. Hasslein connect to the earlier Apes films?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Hasslein was briefly mentioned at the beginnings of both Planet of the Apes (1968) and Beneath the Planet of the Apes (1970).

Question 2

What prompted the creation of this sequel according to producer Arthur P. Jacobs?

Accepted Answer

After Beneath the Planet of the Apes did well at the box office, Jacobs sent writer Paul Dehn a telegram saying 'Apes exist. Sequel required.'

Question 3

How did the ape makeup evolve by this third film according to Kim Hunter?

Accepted Answer

Makeup application time decreased from 4.5 hours in the first film to about 3.5 hours by this third installment. The latex lacked insulation, causing discomfort in temperature extremes.

Question 4

What was the box office achievement of all five original Planet of the Apes movies?

Accepted Answer

All five original Planet of the Apes films reached #1 at the U.S. box office when released. This film spent one week as top grosser in May 1971.

Question 5

How did actor Eric Braeden feel about playing Dr. Hasslein?

Accepted Answer

Eric Braeden admitted he didn't really like the role and considered it a caricature, but enjoyed working with Roddy McDowall, Kim Hunter, and director Don Taylor.

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