King Kong (1976)

The 1976 film 'King Kong' does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Its narrative centers on the adventure of discovering a giant ape, the human exploitation of it, and the tragic consequences, with no elements related to queer identity.

The film features Dwan as the primary female character. Her role involves being captured and rescued, and she does not engage in or win any close-quarters physical combat against male opponents.

The 1976 adaptation of King Kong maintains the established genders for its primary characters, including King Kong, Ann Darrow, and the male lead (Jack Driscoll) and expedition leader (Fred Wilson, equivalent to Carl Denham). No character's gender was altered from prior canon.

The 1976 film is an adaptation of the 1933 original. Key characters like Dwan (Ann Darrow), Jack Prescott (Jack Driscoll), and Fred Wilson (Carl Denham) are portrayed by actors of the same race as their predecessors. No established character's race was altered.