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TMDB19671h 44mAction / Fantasy / Horror / Science Fiction

King Kong Escapes

The electronic monster Mechani-Kong boldly challenges the ruler of the South Seas, King Kong!!

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.

TMDB audience score

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United States listings · Refreshed 13 Oct 2026. More horror to watch in the US

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King Kong Escapes at a glance

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Runtime

Standard length · 1h 44m

At 1h 44m it sits between 90 minutes and two hours.

Genres

Action · Fantasy · Horror · Science Fiction

TMDB files it under action, fantasy, horror, and science fiction.

US availability

No US listings

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TMDB audience score

6.1 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 6.1 out of 10 across 116 votes, a positive audience score. That is a moderate sample of voters.

Why watch King Kong Escapes tonight

  • It is a regular evening's length at 1h 44m.
  • TMDB users rate it 6.1 out of 10 across 116 votes.
  • There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about King Kong Escapes

Is King Kong Escapes scary?
MyCinema has not rated King Kong Escapes for scares yet. TMDB lists it as an action, fantasy, and horror film. It is rated G in the United States.
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How long is King Kong Escapes?
King Kong Escapes runs 1 hour 44 minutes (104 minutes).
Is King Kong Escapes suitable for kids?
King Kong Escapes is rated G in the United States, which means it is cleared for all ages. That rating covers all ages, but it is still a film listed as horror or thriller, so watch it first if you are unsure.

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