King Kong
1934, English. Directed by Merian C. Cooper & Ernest B. Schoedsack.
Beauty conquered the beast!
Adventurous filmmaker Carl Denham sets out to produce a motion picture unlike anything the world has seen before. Alongside his leading lady Ann Darrow and his first mate Jack Driscoll, they arrive on an island and discover a legendary creature said to be neither beast nor man. Denham captures the monster to be displayed on Broadway as King Kong, the eighth wonder of the world.
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Cast & crew
- Merian C. CooperDirector
- Ernest B. SchoedsackDirector
- Robert ArmstrongCarl Denham
- Fay WrayAnn Darrow
- Bruce CabotJack Driscoll
- Frank ReicherCaptain Englehorn
- Victor WongShip's Cook Charlie
- James FlavinMate Briggs
- Sam HardyCharles Weston
- Noble JohnsonSkull Island Native Chief
- Steve ClementeSkull Island Witch Doctor
- Roscoe AtesPress Photographer (uncredited)
- Merian C. CooperPilot of Plane that Kills Kong (uncredited)
- Frances CurryIntended Sacrificial Bride for Kong (Uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 9 January 1934
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Ruth Rose, James Ashmore Creelman
- Budget
- $672K
- Box office
- $10M
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King Kong: quick answers
Is King Kong worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.6/10 from 1,695 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is King Kong?
King Kong runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Does King Kong have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for King Kong. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
King Kong parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for King Kong yet.
Which OTT platform is King Kong on?
King Kong isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 7 November 2026.)
What movies are like King Kong?
If you liked King Kong, try King Kong, Kong: Skull Island, Deep Water.
Who directed King Kong?
King Kong (1934) was directed by Merian C. Cooper and Ernest B. Schoedsack and stars Robert Armstrong, Fay Wray, Bruce Cabot.