Long Live the King (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 2016, Long Live the King is a documentary film directed by Frank Dietz, running about 82 minutes. “The legacy of the mighty Kong.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A feature documentary about the enduring appeal of the character King Kong, and how he has inspired so many of the great filmmakers and artists since 1933.
Who’s in it. Long Live the King stars Joe Dante as himself, Brian Howe as himself, Dana Gould as himself and Doug Jones as himself, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Long Live the King has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Long Live the King page.
If you liked it. Fans of Long Live the King tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Long Live the King (2016)?
- In US, Long Live the King is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Long Live the King worth watching?
- Long Live the King holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Long Live the King?
- Long Live the King stars Joe Dante, Brian Howe, Dana Gould, Doug Jones and Greg Nicotero.
- When was Long Live the King released?
- Long Live the King was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.