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19872h 10m7.5(2)

The Mikado

Operetta, Musical

RomanceComedyTV Movie
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1987-01-01
2h 10m
English
Released
Thames Television

About

Jonathan Miller set his well-known production of The Mikado, staged for the English National Opera, in a British seaside resort of the 1920s. The result, complete with a chorus of gentlemen of Japan as cartoon-like British peers, emphatically underscores the Englishness of the satire. The occasional non sequiturs, like a bunch of gentry dressed for Ascot and singing in Japanese, are loonily fun, and no more absurd than the fantasyland Japan that Gilbert and Sullivan invented. The time frame, though, seems little more than an excuse for a smart black-and-white production design.

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About The Mikado

Operetta, Musical

Jonathan Miller set his well-known production of The Mikado, staged for the English National Opera, in a British seaside resort of the 1920s. The result, complete with a chorus of gentlemen of Japan as cartoon-like British peers, emphatically underscores the Englishness of the satire. The occasional non sequiturs, like a bunch of gentry dressed for Ascot and singing in Japanese, are loonily fun, and no more absurd than the fantasyland Japan that Gilbert and Sullivan invented. The time frame, though, seems little more than an excuse for a smart black-and-white production design. Running 130 minutes.

The Mikado Cast and Characters

The cast features Eric Idle (as Ko-Ko), Lesley Garrett (as Yum-Yum), Bonaventura Bottone (as Nanki-Poo), Richard van Allen (as Pooh-Bah), and Felicity Palmer (as Katisha). Their performances are a major reason The Mikado has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching The Mikado

There's a reason The Mikado keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is sharp comedic timing that lands consistently and chemistry between leads that actually feels real. If you enjoy English 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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Where can I watch The Mikado online for free?

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How long is The Mikado?

The Mikado runs for 130 minutes (about 2.2 hours).

Is The Mikado good? What's the rating?

The Mikado holds a 7.5/10 rating based on 2 reviews — well above average.

Who is in the cast of The Mikado?

The main cast includes Eric Idle, Lesley Garrett, Bonaventura Bottone, and Richard van Allen, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is The Mikado available in English?

Yes — The Mikado was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.

When was The Mikado released?

The Mikado was released in 1987.

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What is The Mikado about?

The Mikado is a Romance/Comedy English-language film. Jonathan Miller set his well-known production of The Mikado, staged for the English National Opera, in a British seaside resort of the 1920s. The result, complete with a chorus of gentlemen of Japan as cartoon-like British peers, emphatically underscores the Englishness of the satire. The occasional non sequiturs, like a bunch of gentry dressed for Ascot and singing in Japanese, are loonily fun, and no more absurd than the fantasyland Japan that Gilbert and Sullivan invented. The time frame, though, seems little more than an excuse for a smart black-and-white production design.

When was The Mikado released?

The Mikado was released on January 1, 1987. It has a runtime of 2h 10m. The film was produced by Thames Television.

Who stars in The Mikado?

The Mikado stars Eric Idle, Lesley Garrett, Bonaventura Bottone and Richard van Allen. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

Is The Mikado available in HD?

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