2024 will see the release of the next film in the Planet of the Apes saga, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, and Marvel will help usher in the new year and movie with “Beware the Planet of the Apes,” a direct prequel to the original film. We are proud to present an exclusive preview, revealing the first meeting between the young chimpanzee scientist Lucius (played by Lou Wagner in the film), and the human woman (Linda Harrison) George Taylor eventually dubs Nova.
Written by Marc Guggenheim
Art by Alvaro Lopez
Colored by Alex Gomes
Lettered by VC’s Joe CaramagnaINTO THE FORBIDDEN ZONE! In a hostile world run by aggressive gorillas, scientists Cornelius and Zira are the only apes alive who see value in the mute, dumb human race – but even they know human capabilities have severe limits. So when their nephew Lucius goes missing, it is with great trepidation that they turn to a human ally, a young woman who will someday earn the moniker “Nova”… Steeped in a love for the classic tales, Marc Guggenheim and Álvaro López’s series will take the Planet of the Apes legacy to explosive new heights – and it all starts here!
Thanks to Marvel for the preview, and be sure to pick up the book – either safely in a store, or digitally – next week!
