The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters
“Don't get chumpatized”
Synopsis
In this hilarious arcade showdown, a humble novice goes head-to-head against the reigning Donkey Kong champ in a confrontation that rocks the gaming world to its processors! For over 20 years, Billy Mitchell has owned the throne of the Donkey Kong world. No one could beat his top score until now. Newcomer Steve Wiebe claims to have beaten the unbeatable, but Mitchell isn't ready to relinquish his crown without a fight. Go behind the barrels as the two battle it out in a vicious war to earn the title of the true King of Kong.
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King Of Kong - Theatrical Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2009-12-27
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Release History & Theatrical Window
August 17, 2007
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$790K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Seth Gordon
- Screenplay & Story
- Seth Gordon
- Original Title
- The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 23m
- Worldwide Gross
- $790K
- Production Studios
- New Line Cinema, Picturehouse Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Seth Gordon
Seth Gordon
Seth Gordon
Seth Gordon
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Seth Gordon
Director
Seth Gordon
Writer
Seth Gordon
Director of Photography
Seth Gordon
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters
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What is The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters about?
In this hilarious arcade showdown, a humble novice goes head-to-head against the reigning Donkey Kong champ in a confrontation that rocks the gaming world to its processors! For over 20 years, Billy Mitchell has owned the throne of the Donkey Kong world. No one could beat his top score until now. Newcomer Steve Wiebe claims to have beaten the unbeatable, but Mitchell isn't ready to relinquish his crown without a fight. Go behind the barrels as the two battle it out in a vicious war to earn the title of the true King of Kong.
Who directed The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters?
The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters was directed by Seth Gordon.
Who stars in The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters?
The principal cast of The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters includes Steve Wiebe, Billy Mitchell, Walter Day, Mark Alpiger, Greg Bond.
When was The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters released and how long is it?
The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters was released in 2007 with a total runtime of 1h 23m.
How much did The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters make at the box office?
The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters grossed $790K in worldwide ticket sales.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters?
The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters holds official age classifications: AU: PG (Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.); GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).