RKO Production 601: The Making of “Kong, the Eighth Wonder of the World” (2008)

8.0/10 159 min Documentary History

Overview

The astonishing story of the genesis, production, worldwide success, and legacy of King Kong (1933), directed by Merian C. Cooper and Ernest B. Schoedsack, a landmark of cinema, one of the most influential motion pictures in history.

Cast

Rick Baker

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Craig Barron

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Rudy Behlmer

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Ben Burtt

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Stephen Chiodo

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Randall William Cook

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Rich Correll

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Joe Dante

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Frank Darabont

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