Largely based on Andrew Chaikin's book, A Man on the Moon, the series is known for its accurate telling of the story of Apollo and the outstanding special effects under visual director Ernest D. Farino.
Sebagian besar berdasarkan pada buku Andrew Chaikin, A Man on the Moon, serial tersebut dikenal karena pengisahan akuratnya dari cerita Apollo dan efek khusus terbaik di bawah arahan sutradara visual Ernest D. Farino.