This is the King of all B-movies. In fact, it's almost unfathomable to classify this perfect piece of art as a B-movie. The performances and pacing of this remarkable classic are ahead of its time, and no one could ever duplicate this film's feel or majesty. King Kong is a perfect film that gets better with every viewing.
Not rated.

• Alternate working titles included: King Ape, Kong, The Ape, and The Beast.
• 2005 DVD release includes a four minute long overture, increasing the running time to 104 minutes.
• Originally premiered in New York City on March 02, 1933.
• Original theatrical aspect ratio: 1.37:1.
• The Criterion laserdisc was spine #2 and the first to feature an audio commentary.
• Sequel: The Son of Kong.
• Remade once in 1976 by John Guillermin and once in 2005 by Peter Jackson.

• Number 43 on AFI's 100 Years . . . 100 Movies.
• Number 12 on AFI's 100 Years . . . 100 Thrills.
• Number 24 on AFI's 100 Years . . . 100 Passions.