The original King Kong movie directed by Merian C. Cooper and Ernest B. Schoedsack premiered, introducing the iconic giant ape character to the world.
The first sequel to the original King Kong film, 'Son of Kong' was released, continuing the story with the offspring of the giant ape.
The first major remake of the King Kong film was released, updating the classic story with new technology and a contemporary cast.
A direct sequel to the 1976 King Kong remake, the film 'King Kong Lives' was released continuing the story with a new following generation of the giant ape.
Peter Jackson directed a modern remake of King Kong, which received critical acclaim for its visual effects and storytelling.
Though it is a different interpretation of the King Kong character, the film 'Kong: Skull Island' was released introducing the character in the MonsterVerse series.
The merchant ship Venture discovers the mysterious Skull Island, inhabited by unknown creatures and the giant ape Kong.
The expedition led by Carl Denham encounters the giant ape Kong on Skull Island.
Kong is captured and drugged by the expedition team and taken aboard the Venture for transport.
The Venture sails to New York City, carrying Kong in captivity.
Kong escapes captivity and climbs the Empire State Building, battling aircraft before succumb to his wounds.
In the 2005 remake, an expedition returns to Skull Island to uncover its mysteries and encounters Kong.
Kong fights and kills several monstrous Skull Crawlers to establish his dominance on Skull Island.
In the MonsterVerse timeline, Kong fights the mechanized weapon Mechagodzilla to defend humanity.
