The Classic 1933 KING KONG Is Headed Back to the Big Screen for the First Time in Over 60 Years
The classic 1933 monster movie King Kong, starring Fay Wray, Robert Armstrong, Bruce Cabot, and Frank Reicher, is coming back to the big screen for many fans to enjoy in theaters for the first time. It’s been over 60 years since the movie has been in theaters!
The network Turner Classic Movies is teaming up with Fathom Events to host the screenings on more than 600 screens, and TCM host Ben Mankiewicz will offer insight and commentary on the film.
The press release notes that the last time King Kong was in theaters was 64 years ago:
“Dwight D. Eisenhower was president, the average movie ticket cost 59 cents, and not a single manmade item was orbiting the earth.”
“The original theatrical version of King Kong is back to dazzle the digital era with it’s all-analog marvels. Adding to this rare cinematic event, TCM Primetime Host Ben Mankiewicz will offer all-new insight and commentary on one of the most well-known, influential (and still thrilling) films of all time.”
“The dazzling adventure features groundbreaking stop-motion animation by Willis O’Brien – visual effects that remain astonishing even in spite of the computer-generated advances made since the original release of King Kong nearly 90 years ago. The film stars Fay Wray, Robert Armstrong, Bruce Cabot, and features a lush score by legendary composer Max Steiner.”
Watch the trailer for the event below, and check out the event page to see if King Kong is playing in a theater near you on March 15, 2020.