King Kong
1933
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Merian Caldwell Cooper (October 24, 1893 – April 21, 1973) was an American filmmaker, actor, and producer, as well as a former aviator who served as an officer in the United States Army Air Service and Polish Air Force.
Learn about the life and career of Merian C. Cooper, a military veteran, adventurer, and Hollywood legend who co-created King Kong and other classics. See his biography, filmography, awards, trivia, and more on IMDb.
- January 1, 1
- Jacksonville, Florida, USA
- January 1, 1
- San Diego, California, USA
Sep 24, 2018 · Learn about the life and career of Merian C. Cooper, the man behind the iconic film King Kong and other Hollywood classics. From his childhood in Jacksonville to his daring exploits in World War I and beyond, Cooper was a true pioneer of cinema and exploration.
Sep 12, 2016 · Merian C. Cooper with the pilots of Polish 303 Squadron in England Recognition and Death. He was awarded the Order of Virtutti Military, Poland’s highest military decoration for heroism and courage and also the Polish Cross of Valour.
Merian C. Cooper. Producer: King Kong. In 1920, Merian C. Cooper was a member of volunteer of the American Kosciuszko Squadron that supported the Polish army in the war with Soviet Russia, where he met best friend and producing partner Ernest B. Schoedsack.
- October 24, 1893
- April 21, 1973
Learn about the life and career of Merian C. Cooper, an American aviator, adventurer, and film producer. He is best known for his 1933 classic King Kong and co-inventing the Cinerama process.
Nov 22, 2005 · Merian C. Cooper, a Floridian of stocky build and self-proclaimed middling intelligence, remains an obscure figure in the history of American manhood. After...
