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The Monkey King
5.6 / 10• 2014• 1h 59m•PG-13• Chinese
ActionAdventureFamilyFantasy
Storyline
Sun Wukong is a monkey born from a heavenly stone who acquires supernatural powers. After rebelling against heaven and being imprisoned under a mountain for 500 years, he later accompanies the monk Xuanzang on a journey to India. Thus, according to legend, Buddhism is brought to ancient China.
Cast & Crew
Donnie Yen
Sun Wukong / Monkey King
Lead
Aaron Kwok Fu-Shing
Bull Demon King
Joe Chen
Princess Iron Fan
Chow Yun-Fat
Jade Emperor
Peter Ho
Erlangshen
Kelly Chen Hui-Lin
Goddess of Mercy Guanyin
Gigi Leung Wing-Kei
Chang'E
Eddie Cheung Siu-Fai
Master Pitu
What People Are Saying
3.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Soi Cheang's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Monkey King is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
