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Do not watch extended version

posted 8 years ago by Prince_Charming02
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I love this movie even though it's quite long. The bluray has an option to watch the extended version which adds an extra 13 minutes or so. The movie is already over three hours so if you can sit through that you can spare another 13 minutes. However, it's just too much. It defiantly drags down the movie and makes you zone out for a bit, especially when they are on the island. I highly recommend the theatrical version instead. You aren't missing anything from the extended except more jungle monsters and running.

[–] ZakkWyldeMyLittlePony 8 years ago

Don't think I ever got around to watching the extended version.

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[–] NotASpeckOfCereal 8 years ago

Then I wonder what's up with the Ultimate version, coming out in Feb. 2017.

https://www.amazon.com/King-Kong-Blu-ray/dp/B01MXRMY9U?SubscriptionId=AKIAIY4YSQJMFDJATNBA&tag=bluray-016-20&linkCode=xm2&camp=2025&creative=165953&creativeASIN=B01MXRMY9U&m=ATVPDKIKX0DER

It seems to be just the extended edition with extras, digital HD, etc., but no new footage in the film, eh?

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[–] samhill08642 8 years ago

The ultimate version consists of a 3 hour chase scene on the island with the dinosaurs. Because the 1/2 scene in the theatrical version just wasn't long enough. I also heard Fast Forward and Stop features have been disabled during the scene so you're forced to watch every excruciating minute.