King Kong
2005, English. Directed by Peter Jackson.
The eighth wonder of the world.
In 1933 New York, an overly ambitious movie producer coerces his cast and hired ship crew to travel to mysterious Skull Island, where they encounter Kong, a giant ape who is immediately smitten with the leading lady.
- Runtime
- 3h 8m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 8,843 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch King Kong
King Kong is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 16 December 2005
- Country
- United States of America, New Zealand, Germany
- Written by
- Philippa Boyens, Fran Walsh, Peter Jackson
- Budget
- $207M
- Box office
- $562M
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News & fan talk
What King Kong is based on
King Kong is based on King Kong, a 1933 film.
Film · 1933
King Kong
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King Kong: quick answers
Is King Kong worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 8,843 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is King Kong?
King Kong runs 188 minutes (3h 8m).
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?
King Kong is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is King Kong on?
King Kong is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like King Kong?
If you liked King Kong, try Planet of the Apes, The Edge, Greystoke: The Legend of Tarzan, Lord of the Apes.
Who directed King Kong?
King Kong (2005) was directed by Peter Jackson and stars Naomi Watts, Adrien Brody, Jack Black.
What is King Kong based on?
King Kong is based on King Kong, a 1933 film.