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The Legend of Crazy Monk

2010 – 2012Show3 seasons195 episodes

ComedyDrama
63
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.6

A nostalgic, wholesome comedy series about fantasy and faith and meaning.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

Skip it if you want dark or edgy material

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Story

Ji Gong, a reincarnated Arhat with a rebellious spirit and a heart for justice, uses his wit and courage to battle vengeful supernatural forces and protect the people., becoming a legendary monk celebrated for generations.

Feels like

  • Classic Chinese Mythology
  • Whimsical Supernatural Comedy
  • Buddhist Moral Lessons
  • Chaotic Good Protagonist
  • Nostalgic 90s TV Drama
  • Episodic Folklore Retellings
  • Heartwarming & Humorous
  • Spiritual Satire

Cast

13 of 13 · most episodes first

Facts

June 17, 2010 · July 15, 2012 · Ended

First aired
June 17, 2010
Last aired
July 15, 2012
Status
Ended
Length
3 seasons · 195 episodes
Genres
Comedy, Drama
Original language
Chinese
Made in
China

Q&A

6 questions, like "Is The Legend of Crazy Monk worth watching?"

Questions about The Legend of Crazy Monk

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is The Legend of Crazy Monk worth watching?

63
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63 (IMDb 6.6).

Is The Legend of Crazy Monk okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

How long does it take to watch The Legend of Crazy Monk?

146 h

About 146 hours: 195 episodes in 3 seasons of about 45 minutes each, aired from 2010 to 2012.

Will The Legend of Crazy Monk make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly situational comedy (8 of 10) and slapstick (7 of 10).

Will I feel good after watching The Legend of Crazy Monk?

BleakHopeful

Yes, it's an uplifting series: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for hopefulness and 8 for wholesome.

Is The Legend of Crazy Monk in English?

Chinese

No, it was made in Chinese.