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The Monkey King: Uproar in Heaven

1961·Movie
1h 54min
IMDb8.0

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The Monkey King: Uproar in Heaven fingerprint

High energy, funny.

Energy

Epic and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Spectacle9
  • Fast Pace8
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Awe-inspiring and hopeful

  • Wonder9
  • Hopefulness8
  • Catharsis6

Humor

Plenty of slapstick and satire

  • Physical Comedy8
  • Satire & Parody6
  • Wit & Wordplay4

World

Fantasy and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability7
  • Novelty7

Craft

Standout direction

  • Direction8
  • Acting7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Standout cinematography and visual style

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Cinematography8
  • Visual Stylization8
  • Editing7

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

You tell your Jade Emperor, accept my title or I'll ruin his Palace!

Sun Wukong, the King of the Monkeys, sets off on his first adventure to gain a worthy weapon. This earns the attention of the Jade Emperor of Heaven.
Classic Chinese AnimationMythological AdventureMonkey KingFantasy EpicRebellion Against HeavenVisually StunningCultural IconAction-Packed

Crew

Directed by:
Tang Cheng, Wan Laiming
Written by:
Wu Cheng'en, Wan Laiming, Li Keruo
Composed by:
Wu Yingju

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Is The Monkey King: Uproar in Heaven worth watching?

78
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 79/100 (IMDb 8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Monkey King: Uproar in Heaven rated?

Violence

Content advisories: violence.

How long is The Monkey King: Uproar in Heaven?

1 h 54 min

The Monkey King: Uproar in Heaven runs 1 h 54 min.

What language is The Monkey King: Uproar in Heaven in?

Chinese

It was made in Chinese. Produced in China.