5 Best King Kong Movies You Should Watch

Liputan6.com, Jakarta - King Kong has been one of the most iconic movie monsters for decades, appearing in many films across different generations. From classic black‑and‑white cinema to modern blockbuster spectacles, King Kong movies continue to capture audience attention. The giant ape’s mix of strength, emotion, and tragedy makes these stories memorable, helping King Kong remain a lasting symbol of cinematic adventure and monster storytelling.

Over the years, filmmakers have reimagined the legend in exciting ways. In this article, we will take a look at the five best King Kong movies you need to watch. Let's check them out.

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The original classic directed by Merian C. Cooper and Ernest B. Schoedsack changed movies forever with amazing special effects for its time. Starring Fay Wray as Ann Darrow, the film follows a film crew traveling to the mysterious Skull Island, where they find the giant Kong. Kong falls for Ann's beauty and is captured and taken to New York, leading to the famous Empire State Building ending in this timeless adventure.

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Directed by John Guillermin and starring Jessica Lange in her first movie role alongside Jeff Bridges, this big-budget remake updates the classic story for the 1970s. An oil company finds Kong on a remote island, with Lange's character Dwan winning the giant ape's heart. Featuring impressive effects and ending at the top of the World Trade Center towers, this version focuses on environmental issues and greedy corporations.

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Peter Jackson's grand three-hour movie stars Naomi Watts, Jack Black, and Adrien Brody in this loving tribute to the 1933 original. Set during the Great Depression in 1933, filmmaker Carl Denham leads a trip to Skull Island where actress Ann Darrow meets Kong. Using cutting-edge computer effects with Andy Serkis playing Kong through motion-capture, Jackson creates an emotional story exploring the tragic relationship between beauty and beast.

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Director Jordan Vogt-Roberts brings a Vietnam War-era adventure starring Tom Hiddleston, Brie Larson, and Samuel L. Jackson. A mixed team of scientists and soldiers travel to an unknown island, accidentally entering Kong's territory. John C. Reilly stands out as a lost WWII pilot. The film shows Kong as a protector defending his island from scary underground monsters called Skullcrawlers, starting the MonsterVerse series of connected movies.

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Adam Wingard directs this amazing MonsterVerse battle featuring Alexander Skarsgård, Millie Bobby Brown, and Rebecca Hall. When Godzilla suddenly becomes aggressive, Kong is moved from Skull Island, leading to a legendary fight between the two giant creatures. The film explores the Hollow Earth world beneath our planet while delivering exciting monster battles across Hong Kong. Filled with stunning visual effects, it's an exciting celebration of these famous movie monsters.