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Monkey King: Hero Is Back

2015 · Movie · PG · 89 min · ★ 6.9 · 58% critics

FantasyAnimationComedy

A legendary hero is punished by the gods and trapped in the mountains for centuries. When monsters threaten a village, a brave child accidentally breaks the curse, and the reluctant warrior must rediscover his strength and sense of responsibility to protect the innocent.

Based on Journey to the West

Also known as Monkey King: The Hero · Le Roi Singe : Le Retour du héros · Monkey King : The Hero

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Details
Original title
西游记之大圣归来
Years
2015
Release date
2015-07-10
Language
Chinese
Rated
PG
Runtime
89 min
Max quality
HD
Critic score
58/100
TMDB rating
6.9/10 (297 votes)
About

You’ll likely enjoy this if you want a family-friendly fantasy adventure with big action, humor, and a classic hero finding his way again, similar to Dragon Nest: Warriors' Dawn or White Snake; Not for you if you need a slower, more complex story.

Pros: impressive animation; energetic action; heartfelt hero comeback | Cons: rushed pacing; simple, kid-focused plot; dubbing can disappoint

Themes

  • based on novel or book
  • buddhism
  • xianxia
  • nezha
  • monkey king
  • son wukong

Awards & recognition

  • Huabiao AwardOutstanding Film

Cast & crew

Directed by Tian Xiaopeng