King Kong (character) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids King Kong |
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King Kong as he first appeared in 1933
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| First appearance | King Kong (1933) |
| Created by | Edgar Wallace and Merian C. Cooper |
| Portrayed by | Willis O'Brien/Murray Spivack (1933) Shoichi Hirose (1962) Haruo Nakajima (1967) Rick Baker/Peter Cullen (1976) Peter Elliot (1986) Andy Serkis (2005) Terry Notary/Toby Kebell, Frank Welker (2017-2020) |
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| Species | Giant prehistoric gorilla |
| Gender | Male |
| Relatives | Kiko Lady Kong Baby Kong Unknown mother Unkwown father |
King Kong is a famous giant gorilla from movies. He is a fictional monster that looks like a huge gorilla. Kong first appeared in the 1933 film King Kong. This movie is a classic adventure-fantasy story.
The character of King Kong has become one of the most famous movie icons in the world. His story has been told many times. There have been remakes in 1976 and 2005. Kong has also inspired many spin-offs, comic books, and even a stage play. Sometimes he is shown as a scary monster. Other times, he is a gentle giant who just wants to be left alone.
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King Kong's Movie Adventures
King Kong has starred in many exciting live-action movies. Each film tells a new part of his story. He often lives on a mysterious island.
The Original King Kong (1933)
The first King Kong movie came out in 1933. It introduced the world to this amazing creature. In this film, explorers find Kong on a hidden island. They bring him to New York City. This leads to big trouble.
Son of Kong (1934)
A year after the first movie, a sequel called Son of Kong was released. This film continued the story. It showed more adventures on Skull Island.
Kong Meets Godzilla (1962)
In 1962, King Kong fought another famous monster, Godzilla. This movie was called King Kong vs. Godzilla. It was a huge event for monster movie fans.
King Kong Escapes (1967)
King Kong Escapes came out in 1967. In this movie, Kong faces a robot version of himself. He also battles other creatures.
The 1976 Remake
The story of King Kong was retold in 1976. This version, simply titled King Kong, brought the giant gorilla to a new generation. It featured updated special effects.
King Kong Lives (1986)
In 1986, King Kong Lives showed Kong surviving his fall. He even finds a female gorilla, Lady Kong. They have a baby together.
The 2005 Remake
Another remake of King Kong was released in 2005. This film was directed by Peter Jackson. It was known for its amazing visuals and detailed story.
Kong: Skull Island (2017)
Kong: Skull Island came out in 2017. This movie showed a younger Kong. It explored his home, Skull Island, and its many dangers. It also set up future monster battles.
Godzilla vs. Kong (2020)
King Kong and Godzilla met again in Godzilla vs. Kong (2020). This movie featured an epic battle between the two titans. It was a big hit with fans.
