King Kong

Overview

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

Fun facts

Awards
Won the Golden Globe for New Star of the Year: Actress (1976) and the Special Achievement Academy Award (1976)
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Nominations
2 award nominations, including the Oscar for Best Cinematography (1977)
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Box office
Grossed $90.6M worldwide, about 3.9 times its $23M budget
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Based on
Based on King Kong
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Filming locations
Filmed in New York City
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Setting
Set in New York City
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Sequels
Follows King Kong Escapes and is followed by King Kong Lives
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Collection
Part of King Kong (1976) Collection
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