
The Mikado
Overview
In a small Japanese town, Ko-Ko is appointed to the unenviable position of executioner. Knowing he must successfully perform before the appearance of the Mikado in a month's time, Ko-Ko finds a suitable victim in Nanki-Poo, who is distraught over his unrequited love for the maiden Yum-Yum. Nanki-Poo agrees to sacrifice his life if he is allowed to spend his remaining days with Yum-Yum, who is betrothed to Ko-Ko.
Top-billed cast
- KKathleen Naylor
- EElizabeth Paynter
- JJohn Barclay
- SSydney Granville
- LLeslie Phillips
- CConstance Willis
- KKenny Baker
- MMartyn Green
- JJean Colin
- GGregory Stroud
Crew
- Director
- Victor Schertzinger
- Writer
- W. S. Gilbert
- Producer
- Geoffrey Toye
- Production
- General Film Distributors, J. Arthur Rank Organisation
Frequently asked questions
What is The Mikado rated?
The Mikado has an audience rating of 6.6 out of 10 from 30 votes.
Who directed The Mikado?
The Mikado was directed by Victor Schertzinger.
When was The Mikado released?
The Mikado was released in 1939.


















