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King Kong (2005) Film • 2005 • 3h 7m • United States Cinema • English

King Kong

Name: King Kong
Director: Peter Jackson
Genre: Action, Drama, Adventure
Released: 2005-12-14
Duration: 187 min
Rating: 7.2
Cast: Naomi Watts, Andy Serkis

Cast of King Kong (Film), Box Office Gross, Budget & Streaming Guide

"The eighth wonder of the world."

7.2 / 10

Action Drama Adventure

Storyline & Synopsis

King Kong (2005) is Peter Jackson's magnificent, sprawling, and deeply felt three-hour love letter to the 1933 original — a breathtaking technical achievement and emotionally rich adventure fantasy that brings Kong to life with unparalleled photorealism through Andy Serkis's legendary performance capture work and Weta Digital's then-revolutionary visual effects technology. Set in depression-era New York in 1933, the film follows vaudeville actress Ann Darrow, whose theatrical troupe dissolves in the economic desperation of the Great Depression. When ambitious, self-promoting filmmaker Carl Denham discovers that his funding has been pulled and his scheduled Pacific voyage will be cancelled, he impulsively recruits Ann and her favorite playwright Jack Driscoll, convincing the ship's captain to set sail for the uncharted Skull Island with a forged expedition permit. Upon anchoring off Skull Island's volcanic rock coastline, the crew ventures ashore to find an ancient, crumbling civilization wall separating the native village from the island's prehistoric interior — and the desperate, savage native population who kidnap Ann and offer her as a sacrifice to their island deity, Kong. What follows is Jackson's masterful command of pure cinematic spectacle: Ann's initial terror evolving into genuine, wordless communication with the lonely, magnificent Kong; the crew's harrowing rescue mission through a canyon of stampeding Brontosauri and a horrifying insect pit; Kong's brutal battles against multiple Tyrannosaurus rex atop a cascading waterfall while clutching Ann between his fingers. Captured and brought to Broadway as a carnival spectacle, Kong's heartbreaking awakening and desperate rampage through snowy Manhattan streets to find Ann culminates in the devastating, iconic Empire State Building finale. Andy Serkis's performance gives Kong extraordinary emotional depth.

Director

Peter Jackson

Starring

Naomi Watts , Andy Serkis

Behind The Scenes

Key Filmmakers & Directors

Peter Jackson

Director

Star Cast & Characters

Cast of King Kong (Movie)

Complete cast of King Kong (2005 movie), starring actors, actresses, and character roles.

Naomi Watts

Ann Darrow

Andy Serkis

Kong (motion capture) / Lumpy

Financials & Box Office

King Kong Budget and Box Office Gross

Official production budget, worldwide box office gross, and theatrical financial summary for King Kong (2005 movie).

Estimated Budget

$207,000,000

Production Budget

Worldwide Box Office Gross

$550,000,000

Lifetime Theatrical Gross

Box Office Verdict

Super Hit

2.7x Multiplier (+166% ROI)

Release & Industry

Dec 14, 2005

United States Cinema • English

Title & Format	Estimated Budget	Worldwide Box Office Gross	Verdict / Status	Studios / Producers
King Kong (2005 Movie)	$207,000,000	$550,000,000	Super Hit	Independent Production

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Everything you need to know about King Kong streaming, cast, director, and box office details.

King Kong officially released on December 14, 2005 (2005). Discover full theatrical release timeline, festival screenings, and streaming dates on TonightOnScreen.

The total runtime of King Kong is 187 minutes (3h 7m).

King Kong is categorized under Action, Drama and Adventure. Explore curated recommendations and top-rated titles in these genres on TonightOnScreen.

The cast of King Kong stars Naomi Watts and Andy Serkis. Detailed character names and talent biographies are available on TonightOnScreen.

Key characters in King Kong include Naomi Watts as Ann Darrow and Andy Serkis as Kong (motion capture) / Lumpy.

King Kong was produced on an estimated budget of $207,000,000 and grossed a worldwide Box Office Gross of $550,000,000.

Based on its estimated budget of $207,000,000 and worldwide box office collection of $550,000,000, King Kong is classified as a Super Hit at the box office.

Digital streaming and OTT rights for King Kong are tracked regularly on TonightOnScreen. Bookmark this page for instant streaming alerts and platform updates.

King Kong was directed by Peter Jackson. Explore their complete filmographies and upcoming releases on TonightOnScreen.

King Kong holds a TonightOnScreen audience and critical rating of 7.2/10. The official age classification is PG-13. Explore full cast reactions and verified community reviews on TonightOnScreen.

King Kong carries an official content rating of PG-13. This classification helps parents and viewers make informed decisions about suitability before watching.

In King Kong: Ann Darrow is played by Naomi Watts; Kong (motion capture) / Lumpy is played by Andy Serkis. Find complete character profiles, role details, and full actor biographies on TonightOnScreen.

King Kong is a United States production, originally produced in the English language. It represents the rich cinematic heritage of United States cinema.

Recommended — Worth a Watch. With a solid 7.2/10 rating, King Kong is an enjoyable movie that most viewers find worthwhile. Read in-depth verified audience reviews and the complete critical breakdown on TonightOnScreen.

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