In the year 1975, the television landscape witnessed the debut of "Planet of the Apes," a series that, while relatively short-lived, left an enduring imprint in the hearts of devoted fans. Across the Pacific, a unique strain of Apes Mania unfurled through "Saru No Gundan" or "Army of the Apes." This Japanese science fiction series, spanning 26 episodes, found its foundation in the expansive "Planet of the Apes" franchise.