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King Kong vs. Godzilla

King Kong vs. Godzilla

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Status

Released

Release Date

Aug 11, 1962

Runtime

1h 37m

Genres

Science Fiction, Comedy, Adventure, Fantasy

User Score

68%

Original Title

キングコング対ゴジラ

Production Companies

TOHO, Tokyo Laboratory

Director

Ishirō Honda

Revenue

$12,550,000

Description

The advertising director of Pacific Pharmaceuticals, frustrated with the low ratings of their sponsored TV program, seeks a more sensationalist approach. He orders his staff to Faro Island to capture King Kong for exploitation. As Godzilla re-emerges, a media frenzy generates with Pacific looking to capitalize off of the ultimate battle.