King Kong (1933)
An ambitious filmmaker's quest for the ultimate spectacle unleashes a tragic, legendary beast on the world.
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.
How intense is King Kong?
King Kong is properly scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch.
What King Kong feels like
- Tone
- pulpysuspensefulepic
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream King Kong
Not on a US subscription service at our last check. Rent or buy may still be an option.
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Is King Kong for you?
Is King Kong scary?
Yes, properly. King Kong is scare level 2 of 3, the real thing without being an endurance test.
Is King Kong gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is King Kong sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
How long is King Kong?
King Kong runs 1h 40m.
Where can I stream King Kong?
King Kong is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does King Kong have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
No. Brace yourself.
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