The King Kong That Appeared in Edo (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1938, The King Kong That Appeared in Edo is an action and adventure film directed by Sôya Kumagai, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. A lost film considered one of Japan's first Tokusatsu films. The effects were done by Fuminori Ohashi, who claims to have been a modeling consultant for Godzilla 1954 (this claim is disputed by modeler Eizo Kaimai and art staff member Shinji Hiruma). The film's synopsis published in the March 1938 issue of Kinema Junpo indicates that the "Kong" featured in this film was not actually a giant monster.
Who’s in it. The King Kong That Appeared in Edo stars Eizaburo Matsumoto, Fuminori Ōhashi, Reizaburo Ichikawa and Reiko Mishima, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The King Kong That Appeared in Edo 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 The King Kong That Appeared in Edo page.
If you liked it. Fans of The King Kong That Appeared in Edo 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 The King Kong That Appeared in Edo (1938)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The King Kong That Appeared in Edo change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The King Kong That Appeared in Edo worth watching?
- The King Kong That Appeared in Edo holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The King Kong That Appeared in Edo?
- The King Kong That Appeared in Edo stars Eizaburo Matsumoto, Fuminori Ōhashi, Reizaburo Ichikawa, Reiko Mishima and Shojiro Ogata.
- When was The King Kong That Appeared in Edo released?
- The King Kong That Appeared in Edo was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.