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King Kung Fu (1976)

"He came from China ... He knew Karate ... The Monster Master of the Martial Arts"

4.119761h 35mEN
ActionAdventureComedy

Directed by Lance D. Hayes

Rating

4.1/10

Runtime

1h 35m

Language

EN

Release

January 1, 1976

Director

Lance D. Hayes

Official Trailer

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Overview

A remote monastery in China has trained a talking gorilla, King Kung Fu, in the ancient art of kung fu. Having mastered his fighting skills, King Kung Fu is sent to America to demonstrate the power of Chinese martial arts to the West. As he is travelling through Kansas, a pair of bumbling reports se...

Cast

John Ballee

John Ballee

Gorilla

Billy Schwartz

Billy Schwartz

Bo Burgess

Lois Ayers

Lois Ayers

Myrtle

Allan Baker

Allan Baker

Smilin' Jack

Fred Burton

Fred Burton

Bruce the Great

Dan Campbell

Dan Campbell

Dr. Harris Freeb

Robert Carroll

Robert Carroll

F. Lawrence LaRue

Lee Elliot

Lee Elliot

Sig Heil

Jim Erickson

Jim Erickson

Al Funku

Maxine Gray

Maxine Gray

Rae Jean Fey

Patricia Hayes

Patricia Hayes

Meter maid

Lillian Kelley

Lillian Kelley

Agatha

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into King Kung Fu (1976), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

A remote monastery in China has trained a talking gorilla, King Kung Fu, in the ancient art of kung fu. Having mastered his fighting skills, King Kung Fu is sent to America to demonstrate the power of Chinese martial arts to the West. As he is travelling through Kansas, a pair of bumbling reports see KKF and decide he can be their ticket to fame and wealth. Of course, the gorilla gets away from them, and soon everyone is chasing the Shaolin simian.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of King Kung Fu. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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