Synopsis
King Kong (1976) When a research ship is sent to explore an island thought to be rich in oil, paleontologist Jack Prescott sneaks aboard, having heard strange rumors about the island. En route, the crew rescues Dwan, the sole survivor of a shipwreck. When they arrive, they find native people living in fear of a monster called Kong. The natives kidnap Dwan and sacrifice her to what turns out to be an enormous ape. Dwan is eventually rescued, and the ape captured for a gala exhibit. ??Jwelch5742

Awards: 5 wins & 3 nominations total
Budget: $24,000,000 (estimated)
Worldwide Gross: $52,614,445
Soundtrack: Love Theme from King Kong (Written and produced by Barry White)


John Guillermin
Jeff Bridges, Charles Grodin, Jessica Lange
1976-12-17 (United States)
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