The Mikado (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1973, The Mikado is a romance and comedy film directed by Michael Hayes, running about 125 minutes.
What it’s about. 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.
Who’s in it. The Mikado stars Richard Angas as The Mikado of Japan, David Hillman as Nanki-Poo, Derek Hammond-Stroud as Ko-Ko and Ian Wallace as Pooh-Bah, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, The Mikado sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Mikado page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Mikado tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Your Name., Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and Cinema Paradiso.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Mikado (1973)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Mikado change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Mikado worth watching?
- The Mikado holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy romance and comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Mikado?
- The Mikado stars Richard Angas, David Hillman, Derek Hammond-Stroud, Ian Wallace and Philip Sommerscales.
- When was The Mikado released?
- The Mikado was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 125 minutes.