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19661h 52m8.0(2)

The Monkey Goes West

西遊記

FantasyActionAdventure
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1966-01-18
1h 52m
ZH
Released
Shaw Brothers

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THE MONKEY GOES WEST is the first entry in the studio’s epic, four-part screen adaptation of “Journey to the West,” a 16th-century novel recounting the efforts of a Buddhist monk and his magical companions to travel to India and bring back Buddhist sutras.

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About The Monkey Goes West

THE MONKEY GOES WEST is the first entry in the studio’s epic, four-part screen adaptation of “Journey to the West,” a 16th-century novel recounting the efforts of a Buddhist monk and his magical companions to travel to India and bring back Buddhist sutras. Running 112 minutes.

The Monkey Goes West Cast and Characters

The cast features Elliot Ngok Wah (as Monkey King Su Wu Kong), Ho Fan (as Monk Tang Xuan Zang), Tien Shun (as Sandy Friar / Juan Lian Marshal), Pang Pang (as The Pig), and Fan Mei-Sheng (as 3rd Prince of West Dragon King). Their performances are a major reason The Monkey Goes West has built such a passionate audience.

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There's a reason The Monkey Goes West keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is action sequences that don't feel cheap and world-building that respects the audience's intelligence. If you enjoy Chinese storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.

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How long is The Monkey Goes West?

The Monkey Goes West runs for 112 minutes (about 1.9 hours).

Is The Monkey Goes West good? What's the rating?

The Monkey Goes West holds a 8.0/10 rating based on 2 reviews — genuinely excellent.

Who is in the cast of The Monkey Goes West?

The main cast includes Elliot Ngok Wah, Ho Fan, Tien Shun, and Pang Pang, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is The Monkey Goes West available in Chinese?

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When was The Monkey Goes West released?

The Monkey Goes West was released in 1966.

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What is The Monkey Goes West about?

The Monkey Goes West is a Fantasy/Action film. THE MONKEY GOES WEST is the first entry in the studio’s epic, four-part screen adaptation of “Journey to the West,” a 16th-century novel recounting the efforts of a Buddhist monk and his magical companions to travel to India and bring back Buddhist sutras.

When was The Monkey Goes West released?

The Monkey Goes West was released on January 18, 1966. It has a runtime of 1h 52m. The film was produced by Shaw Brothers.

Who stars in The Monkey Goes West?

The Monkey Goes West stars Elliot Ngok Wah, Ho Fan, Tien Shun and Pang Pang. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

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