FeatureAnimation

Monkey Turn (2004): cast, story & where to watch

2004 · Series · ★ 6

Monkey Turn poster

Released in 2004, Monkey Turn is an animation series.

What it’s about. Kenji Hatano originally wanted to be a Baseball superstar, but didn't like how one player's mistake can hurt the whole team. Upon being shown a kyotei (hydroboat) race by his Principal and seeing a special turn called a Monkey Turn, he decides to try it out. After capsizing due to a Monkey Turn gone wrong, Kenji decides to become a professional Kyotei racer. Two years later, he graduates from the Yamato Training School and promises his friend Sumi Ubukata that he'll become Japan's No. 1 Kyotei racer within three years.

Who’s in it. Monkey Turn stars Takeshi Aono, Katsuhisa Houki and Tokuyoshi Kawashima.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Monkey Turn has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Monkey Turn page.

If you liked it. Fans of Monkey Turn tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Attack on Titan and Attack on Titan: No Regrets.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Monkey Turn (2004)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Monkey Turn change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Monkey Turn worth watching?
Monkey Turn holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Monkey Turn?
Monkey Turn stars Takeshi Aono, Katsuhisa Houki and Tokuyoshi Kawashima.
When was Monkey Turn released?
Monkey Turn was released in 2004.