King of the Mountain (1981): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
King of the Mountain is a 1981 drama directed by Noel Nosseck, starring Harry Hamlin, Joseph Bottoms and Richard Cox. It runs 1 hour 30 minutes and earned $1.8 million worldwide. Critics gave it 48 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 30m (90 min)
- Director
- Noel Nosseck
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Universal Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is King of the Mountain About?
The premise of King of the Mountain without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Against the backdrop of Los Angeles's Mulholland Drive, a mechanic, a songwriter, and a music producer find themselves drawn together by a shared passion for high-performance cars. They engage in a thrilling competition, pushing their skills and the limits of their vehicles in a test of speed, precision, and the bonds of camaraderie. The intense rivalry unfolds as the sun sets over the city, revealing unexpected connections and challenging their individual pursuits.
King of the Mountain Themes & Keywords
· 22 tags- car racing
- music industry
- beer
- scene during opening credits
- sportscar
- aerial camera shot
- mulholland drive
- los angeles california
- mountain adventure
- motorsports sport
- friend
- group
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- deadly mountain
- mountains
- souped up car
- motorsports
- high powered car
- carsploitation
- road racing
- based on article
- street racing
- based on magazine article
King of the Mountain Cast
Harry Hamlin leads the cast, with Joseph Bottoms and Richard Cox. Directed by Noel Nosseck; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director Noel Nosseck
Also Starring in King of the Mountain
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More films directed by Noel Nosseck: Another Woman’s Husband, Silent Predators, The Fury Within and The Killing Secret.
King of the Mountain Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave King of the Mountain 48 on Metacritic.
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Metacritic 48 Metascore
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TMDB 56% User score
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King of the Mountain Plot Summary
What happens in King of the Mountain from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In the dim light of the San Fernando Valley, Steve (Harry Hamlin), known as the “King of The Mountain,” dominates the steep roads, a title that underscores his unmatched skill on the twisting Mulholland Drive. By day, he dedicates himself to working at a Porsche repair shop, but as darkness falls, his beloved 356 Speedster transforms into a battleground for adrenaline junkies, where he faces off against both seasoned racers and up-and-coming challengers alike. His pursuit isn’t fueled by a mere thrill-seeking mindset but rather by a deep-seated obsession with the excitement of the race.
Full summary
The whole story of King of the Mountain, scene by scene
King of the Mountain Box Office
King of the Mountain grossed $1.8 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$1.8M
- US & Canada
- $1.8M
King of the Mountain Trailers & Videos
The trailer of King of the Mountain.
How Well Do You Know King of the Mountain?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What is Steve's nickname in the movie?
Cars in King of the Mountain
34 cars on screen, including the 1967 Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray C2 and the Porsche 356 Speedster Replica.
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1967 Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray C2 Main role -
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1956 Ford F-Series Important role
King of the Mountain Also Known As
5 alternative titles, including “El rey de la montaña” and “Кралят на планината”.
- Also known as
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- El rey de la montaña
- Кралят на планината
- Helden der Straße
- Bolidi nella notte
- 高山之王
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Movies Like King of the Mountain
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including The Mountain, Two-Lane Blacktop and Driven.
King of the Mountain FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of King of the Mountain, each answered in a sentence.
How long is King of the Mountain?
King of the Mountain runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).
When was King of the Mountain released?
King of the Mountain was released on May 1, 1981.
Who directed King of the Mountain?
King of the Mountain was directed by Noel Nosseck.
More films by Noel Nosseck Who is in the cast of King of the Mountain?
King of the Mountain stars Harry Hamlin, Joseph Bottoms and Richard Cox, among 10 credited actors.
How much did King of the Mountain make at the box office?
King of the Mountain grossed $1.8 million worldwide.
How is King of the Mountain rated?
King of the Mountain has 48 on Metacritic and 56% on TMDB.
Does King of the Mountain have a post-credit scene?
No. King of the Mountain has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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