Adventures of the Monkey King (1966): cast, story & where to watch
1966 · Film
Released in 1966, Adventures of the Monkey King is a comedy, fantasy and animation film directed by Osamu Dezaki, running about 23 minutes.
What it’s about. This is a pilot film for an animated TV program based on "Son-goku the Monkey." In order to get an idea of the reaction of children, its main audience, a preview was held at an elementary school. It received complaints that Son-goku was portrayed too nicely.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Adventures of the Monkey King page.
If you liked it. Fans of Adventures of the Monkey King tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Adventures of the Monkey King (1966)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Adventures of the Monkey King change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- When was Adventures of the Monkey King released?
- Adventures of the Monkey King was released in 1966, with a runtime of about 23 minutes.