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RKO Production 601: The Making of 'Kong, the Eighth Wonder of the World'

An in-depth look at the genesis, production, and legacy of the 1933 production “King Kong,” one of the most influential films ever made.

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RKO Production 601: The Making of 'Kong, the Eighth Wonder of the World' Cast

Name Character
Frank Darabont He was 46, now 65 years old as Himself
Joe Dante He was 58, now 77 years old as Himself
Peter Jackson He was 43, 45 years old when he died as Himself
Fay Wray She was 98, 96 years old when she died as Herself (archive footage)
Phil Tippett He was 54, now 73 years old as Himself
John Landis He was 55, now 74 years old as Himself
Ben Burtt He was 57, now 76 years old as Himself
Ray Harryhausen He was 85, 92 years old when he died as Himself
Richard Taylor as Himself
Rick Baker He was 54, now 73 years old as Himself

RKO Production 601: The Making of 'Kong, the Eighth Wonder of the World' Crew

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RKO Production 601: The Making of 'Kong, the Eighth Wonder of the World' (19 years)

  • Release day: Saturday, October 22, 2005
  • Runtime: 159 minutes