The Monkey King

Synopsis

A legendary pre-war comedy operetta starring Enomoto Kenichi, Hideko Takamine and Li Xianglan. The Sanzo Ikkou continues its westward journey, on a mission to prevent a demonic resurrection. As Genjo Sanzo, Cho Hakkai, Sha Gojyo, and Son Goku (Kenichi Enomoto) fight their way to their goal, their path is fraught with internal strife.

Director

Kajirō Yamamoto

Written by

Kajirō Yamamoto

Music

Seiichi Suzuki

Studio

Toho Eiga

Released

6 November 1940

Genres

Comedy, Fantasy