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The Monkey King

Original title: エノケンの孫悟空

IMDb7.70
19402h 16m

Overview

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.

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Writers
Kajirō Yamamoto, Wu Cheng'en
Producer
Kazuo Takimura
Production
Toho Eiga Co., Ltd.

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Who directed The Monkey King?

The Monkey King was directed by Kajirō Yamamoto.

When was The Monkey King released?

The Monkey King was released in 1940.