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The Monkey King

January 9, 2014 1h 59m 5.6/10 (228 votes)

Originally released in 2014. The Monkey King is a action/adventure film. directed by Soi Cheang.

Starring Donnie Yen, Aaron Kwok, and Joe Chen

Synopsis

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.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 9, 2014 12 years ago
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Runtime 1h 59m 119 minutes total
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User Rating 5.6/10 Mixed (228 votes)
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Budget $82M Production budget
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Box Office $182.2M 2.2x return
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Language Chinese Original language
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Country China + 1 more

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Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
ZH
Budget
$82,000,000
Revenue
$182,206,924

Production Companies

  • Filmko Pictures
  • Mandarin Films
  • Beijing Wen Hua Dong Run Investment
  • China Film Group Corporation

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Monkey King about?

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...

Who directed The Monkey King?

The Monkey King was directed by Soi Cheang.

How long is The Monkey King?

The Monkey King has a runtime of 1 hours and 59 minutes (119 minutes total).

When was The Monkey King released?

The Monkey King was released on January 9, 2014 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Monkey King?

The main cast of The Monkey King includes Donnie Yen, Aaron Kwok, Joe Chen, Chow Yun-Fat, Peter Ho.

Is The Monkey King worth watching?

The Monkey King has a user rating of 5.6/10 based on 228 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.