The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters

Name: The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2007-03-25
Duration: 83 min
Cast: Steve Wiebe, Billy Mitchell, Walter Day, Mark Alpiger, Greg Bond

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Release Date

3/25/2007

Runtime

83 mins

Genres

Documentary

Overview

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.

Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

Revenue

$790,128

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A spirited documentary that plays like a sports drama and a character study wrapped together: two men locked in an escalating battle for a Donkey Kong high score that becomes something much bigger about ego, legacy, and what we choose to master. Equal parts funny and genuinely gripping.