Planet of the Apes #51
In "Escape From the Planet of the Apes: Part 2: The Survivors!", the three astronauts—now revealed to be chimpanzees—face a tense standoff with American military officials, pretending they can't speak as they’re confined to a cage at the Los Angeles Zoo. Written by Doug Moench and illustrated by Rico Rival, this gripping installment unfolds with quiet dread, as the truth of their identity hangs in the balance. The cover by Ed Hannigan and Mike Esposito captures the moment’s suspense with stark, haunting detail.
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The three astronauts meet the American’s military representatives and reveal that they are chimpanzees, however they pretend they cannot speak--playing dumb. They are locked-up in a cage at the Los Angeles Zoo.
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