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About this release
A 2007 documentary detailing the competitive subculture of classic arcade gaming. The film follows Steve Wiebe, a laid-off engineer and middle school teacher, as he attempts to break the world record score on the 1981 arcade game Donkey Kong. His journey sets off a rivalry with the reigning champion, Billy Mitchell, and challenges the tight-knit gaming community surrounding the tracking organization Twin Galaxies.
Included extras
- Audio Commentary: Full-length commentary track with director Seth Gordon, producer Ed Cunningham, and associate producers J. Clay Tweel and Luis Lopez.
- Cast Commentary: Secondary commentary track featuring video game media figures Chris Carle and Jon M. Gibson.
- Extended Interviews: A collection of unedited interview outtakes with gaming champions and Twin Galaxies arcade referees.
- Theatrical Trailers
- Arcade Glossary: A text-based breakdown defining classic arcade slang, strategies, and glitch terminology.
- i am 8-bit Music & Art Gallery: A virtual showcase highlighting classic video game inspired artwork and music tracking.
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Disc 1
DVD
The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters (2007)
83 min
Documentary
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.
Synopsis via TMDB
Credits
Director
Seth Gordon
Writer
Seth Gordon
Cast
Steve Wiebeas Self
Billy Mitchellas Self
Walter Dayas Self
Mark Alpigeras Self
Greg Bondas Self
Craig Glendayas Self
Brian Kuhas Self
Robert Mruczekas Self
Todd Rogersas Self
Steve Sandersas Self
Cinematographer
Seth Gordon
Editor
Seth Gordon
Release Details
- Packaging
- Keep Case
Images
Catalogue Info
- Added by
- Nick
- Date added
- July 24, 2026