Original Large Vintage King Kong Cinema Movie Poster (Affiche), 1976

Title: King Kong (1976) — Original French Grande Movie Poster (Affiche)
Artist: John Berkey
Year: 1976
Country: France
Format: Grande (Approx. 120 x 160 cm / 47 x 63 inches)
Printer: Imp. Litho. in France
Condition: Very good vintage condition (folded as issued)

This is an original French Grande cinema poster for the 1976 remake of King Kong, produced by Dino De Laurentiis and directed by John Guillermin. Featuring the legendary artwork by John Berkey, one of the most celebrated sci-fi and fantasy illustrators of the 20th century, this poster showcases one of the most iconic images ever created for the film, a true gem for collectors of original vintage movie posters and vintage film posters.

Berkey’s dynamic illustration depicts King Kong straddling the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center, gripping a fighter jet in one hand while towering over New York City. This dramatic and unforgettable artwork became the defining visual of the 1976 promotional campaign and remains one of the most recognizable film poster designs of its era.

As a standard French Grande, the poster measures approximately 120 x 160 cm and was originally folded for theatrical distribution, exactly as issued by the studio for display outside French cinemas.

Historically significant, capturing the Twin Towers in one of cinema’s most iconic images. A stunning vintage affiche, a must-have for lovers of classic cinema posters, and a true statement piece for collectors of cult film memorabilia.