King Kong Escapes (1967): cast, story & where to watch
1967 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1967, King Kong Escapes is an action, fantasy, horror and science fiction film directed by Ishirō Honda, running about 104 minutes. “The electronic monster Mechani-Kong boldly challenges the ruler of the South Seas, King Kong!!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An adaptation of the Rankin/Bass cartoon, "The King Kong Show". King Kong is brought in by the evil Dr. Who to dig for Element X in a mine when the robot Mechani-Kong is unable to do the task. This leads to the machine and the real Kong engaging in a tremendous battle atop Tokyo Tower.
Who’s in it. King Kong Escapes stars Akira Takarada as Lt. Commander Jiro Nomura, Mie Hama as Madame Piranha, Rhodes Reason as Commander Carl Nelson and Linda Miller as Lieutenant Susan Watson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, King Kong Escapes has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch King Kong Escapes page.
If you liked it. Fans of King Kong Escapes tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch King Kong Escapes (1967)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for King Kong Escapes change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is King Kong Escapes worth watching?
- King Kong Escapes holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, fantasy, horror and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in King Kong Escapes?
- King Kong Escapes stars Akira Takarada, Mie Hama, Rhodes Reason, Linda Miller and Hideyo Amamoto.
- When was King Kong Escapes released?
- King Kong Escapes was released in 1967, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.