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King Kong (1976)

“The most exciting original motion picture event of all time.”

6.3/10 · 952 votes 2h 14m pg FantasyAdventureHorror

#22 of 23 films from 1976 #743 of 1079 in fantasy

Directed by John Guillermin · Written by Lorenzo Semple Jr., James Ashmore Creelman, Ruth Rose

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Overview

An oil company expedition disturbs the peace of a giant ape and brings him back to New York to exploit him.

Cast

Jeff Bridgesas Jack F. Prescott
Jessica Langeas Dwan
Charles Grodinas Fred S. Wilson
John Randolphas Captain Ross
René Auberjonoisas Roy Bagley
Julius Harrisas Boan
Jack O'Halloranas Joe Perko
Ed Lauteras Carnahan
John Agaras City Official
Jorge Morenoas Garcia
Mario Galloas Timmons
John Loneas Chinese Cook
Garry Walbergas Army General
Keny Longas Ape Masked Man

Facts

Release dateDecember 15, 1976
Runtime134 min (2h 14m) — longer as the 1976 average of 122 min
GenresFantasy, Adventure, Horror
LanguageEN
Budget$23,000,000
Box office$90,614,445 (3.9× budget)
IMDbtt0074751

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Questions

How long is King Kong?
King Kong runs 134 minutes (2h 14m).
Is King Kong worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.3/10 across 952 votes, which places it #22 of 23 films released in 1976 in this index (top 9%) and #743 among 1079 fantasy titles.
Who directed King Kong?
King Kong was directed by John Guillermin. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Death on the Nile (1978), The Towering Inferno (1974).
Who stars in King Kong?
Jeff Bridges as Jack F. Prescott; Jessica Lange as Dwan; Charles Grodin as Fred S. Wilson; John Randolph as Captain Ross; René Auberjonois as Roy Bagley; Julius Harris as Boan.
What is King Kong rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for King Kong?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/18952.

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