King Kung Fu
“He came from China ... He knew Karate ... The Monster Master of the Martial Arts”
Synopsis
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.
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King Kung Fu Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2007-09-15
Top Cast
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Billy Schwartz
Bo Burgess
Lois Ayers
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Allan Baker
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Fred Burton
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Dan Campbell
Dr. Harris Freeb
Robert Carroll
F. Lawrence LaRue
Lee Elliot
Sig Heil
Jim Erickson
Al Funku
Maxine Gray
Rae Jean Fey
Patricia Hayes
Meter maid
Lillian Kelley
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Tim McGill
Herman
Stephen S. Sisley
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Jack Lee
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1976
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lance D. Hayes
- Screenplay & Story
- Lance D. Hayes
- Original Score
- Michael Linn, Alan Oldfield
- Original Title
- King Kung Fu
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- King Gemini Corporation, Walterscheid Productions, Taurus Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lance D. Hayes
Lance D. Hayes
Michael Linn, Alan Oldfield
Lance D. Hayes
Bob Walterscheid
Department Leadership Roster
Lance D. Hayes
Director
Lance D. Hayes
Writer
Bob Walterscheid
Producer
Michael Linn
Original Music Composer
Alan Oldfield
Original Music Composer
Lance D. Hayes
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About King Kung Fu
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What is King Kung Fu about?
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.
Who directed King Kung Fu?
King Kung Fu was directed by Lance D. Hayes.
Who stars in King Kung Fu?
The principal cast of King Kung Fu includes John Ballee, Billy Schwartz, Lois Ayers, Allan Baker, Fred Burton.
When was King Kung Fu released and how long is it?
King Kung Fu was released in 1976 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for King Kung Fu?
The original motion picture soundtrack for King Kung Fu was composed by Michael Linn, Alan Oldfield.
What is the age rating and content advisory for King Kung Fu?
King Kung Fu holds official age classifications: US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).