Actor Kevin Durand, known for "Planet of the Apes," immerses himself in ape studies.

Actor Kevin Durand, known for his roles in the "Planet of the Apes" franchise and "Naked Gun" reboot, finds his inner ape through four weeks of ape school, documentaries on bonobos, and zoo visits. Durand plays despotic ape leader Proximus Caesar in "Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes," which is the latest installment in the "Planet of the Apes" franchise. His fascination with sinister roles dates back to his early days as a Shakespeare-obsessed aspiring actor.

May 09, 2024
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