The Monkey King (1940)
Original title: エノケンの孫悟空
The Monkey King is a 1940 Japanese-language comedy movie directed by Kajirō Yamamoto, with a running time of 2h 16m. It stars Kenichi Enomoto, Minoru Takase and Hideko Takamine.
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.
Quick answers
What is The Monkey King about?
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.
When was The Monkey King released?
The Monkey King was released on 6 November 1940.
How long is The Monkey King?
The Monkey King runs 2h 16m.
Who made The Monkey King?
The Monkey King was directed by Kajirō Yamamoto.
Cast
- Kenichi Enomoto as Son Goku
- Minoru Takase as Ganriki
- Hideko Takamine as Princess
- Chieko Takehisa as Witch
- Aiko Mimasu as Yoyo
- Yoshiko Yamaguchi as Oriental Woman
- Ranko Hanai as Kannon
- Satoko Date as Lady in Waiting
- Yôko Yaguchi
- Akira Kishii as Cho Hakkai
- Toshio Kanai as Sa Gojo
- Sadaichi Yanagida as Priest Sanzo