The Monkey King
1940, Japanese. Directed by Kajirō Yamamoto.
A legendary pre-war comedy operetta starring Enomoto Kenichi, Hideko Takamine and Li Xianglan. The Sanzo Ikkou continues its westward journey, on a mission to prevent a demonic resurrection. As Genjo Sanzo, Cho Hakkai, Sha Gojyo, and Son Goku (Kenichi Enomoto) fight their way to their goal, their path is fraught with internal strife.
- Runtime
- 2h 16m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Japanese
- Rated
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- Released
- 6 November 1940
- Original title
- エノケンの孫悟空
- Country
- Japan
- Written by
- Kajirō Yamamoto
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What The Monkey King is based on
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The Monkey King runs 136 minutes (2h 16m).
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Which OTT platform is The Monkey King on?
The Monkey King isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 6 November 1940. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Monkey King?
If you liked The Monkey King, try Babes in Toyland, A Cinderella Story: If the Shoe Fits, Once Upon a Crime.
Who directed The Monkey King?
The Monkey King (1940) was directed by Kajirō Yamamoto and stars Kenichi Enomoto, Minoru Takase, Hideko Takamine.
What is The Monkey King based on?
The Monkey King is adapted from a myths, legends or folklore.