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'Kong: Skull Island' trivia and fun facts
Russell Crowe
Russell Crowe was considered for a role.
Filmed in Hawaii
The 1976 version of 'King Kong' was also filmed in Hawaii.
Reunited
Reunites Corey Hawkins and Jason Mitchell. Both actors starred in 'Straight Outta Compton'.
Brie Larson and John Goodman
Brie Larson and John Goodman previously starred in 'The Gambler' (2014).
Scheduling conflicts
Michael Keaton and J.K. Simmons were originally attached to the film, but both had to drop out due to scheduling conflicts.
Universe as 'Godzilla'
This film is rumored to be set in the same universe as 'Godzilla' (2014), which could possibly lead to a Godzilla/King Kong crossover project.
The Avengers
Tom Hiddleston and Samuel L. Jackson both starred in 'The Avengers' (2012).
Joe Cornish
Joe Cornish was offered the chance to direct, but declined.
Sea of Love
Samuel L. Jackson and John Goodman previously starred in 'Sea of Love' (1989).
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