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King Kong

"The most exciting original motion picture event of all time."

September 8, 1976 2h 14m 6.3/10 (898 votes)

Originally released in 1976. King Kong is a adventure/fantasy film. directed by John Guillermin. With a runtime of 2h 14m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Jeff Bridges, Jessica Lange, and Charles Grodin

Synopsis

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

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 8, 1976 49 years ago
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Runtime 2h 14m 134 minutes total
User Rating 6.3/10 Good (898 votes)
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Budget $23M Production budget
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Box Office $90.6M 3.9x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$23,000,000
Revenue
$90,614,445

Production Companies

  • The De Laurentiis Company

Frequently Asked Questions

What is King Kong about?

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

Who directed King Kong?

King Kong was directed by John Guillermin.

How long is King Kong?

King Kong has a runtime of 2 hours and 14 minutes (134 minutes total).

When was King Kong released?

King Kong was released on September 8, 1976 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in King Kong?

The main cast of King Kong includes Jeff Bridges, Jessica Lange, Charles Grodin, John Randolph, René Auberjonois.

Is King Kong worth watching?

King Kong has a user rating of 6.3/10 based on 898 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.