The Monk and the Mafia (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 3.8
Released in 2011, The Monk and the Mafia is a comedy and crime film directed by Pongsak Pongsuwan, running about 91 minutes. “Being a monk has it's hazard.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A businessman charters a flight to Tibet to pick up a monk. On the way back, the plane is hijacked, and the monk ends up in a war zone where he has to convince the bandits to change their evil ways.
Who’s in it. The Monk and the Mafia stars Pongsak Pongsuwan as Monk Teng, Choosak Iamsuk as Boss Nong, Sudarat Butrprom as Air Hostess and Somchai Kemklad as Ray, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.8/10, The Monk and the Mafia has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Monk and the Mafia page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Monk and the Mafia tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Monk and the Mafia (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Monk and the Mafia change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Monk and the Mafia worth watching?
- The Monk and the Mafia holds an audience score of 3.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Monk and the Mafia?
- The Monk and the Mafia stars Pongsak Pongsuwan, Choosak Iamsuk, Sudarat Butrprom, Somchai Kemklad and Somlek Sakdikul.
- When was The Monk and the Mafia released?
- The Monk and the Mafia was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.