Monkey King: Hero Is Back (2016)
Chinese animated film directed by Tian Xiaopeng
Rated PG in the US
Parental guidance suggested: some material may not be suitable for children.
- Runtime
- 1h 29m 89 min
- Released
- 29 July 2016
- Language
- Chinese
Runtime and rating from Wikidata. The Indian CBFC certificate is added if the film releases in India.
Monkey King: Hero Is Back has a runtime of 1 hour 29 minutes (89 min). In the US it is rated PG. The Chinese film released on 29 July 2016. It is directed by Tian Xiaopeng.
Cast and crew
- Director
- Tian Xiaopeng
- Distribution
- Netflix, Hulu
Box office, awards and more
- Budget
- CNY 60 million
- Box office
- CNY 956 million
- Award
- Huabiao Award for Outstanding Film
- Based on
- Journey to the West
- Country
- People's Republic of China
Release and where to watch
- In theatres
- 29 July 2016
- First shown
- 10 July 2015 festival or first country
- On OTT
- Netflix date not announced
Can children watch it?
Fine for most children, but parents may want to check it first. This is the MPA rating in the US; other countries rate films separately.
Questions people ask
What is the runtime of Monkey King: Hero Is Back?
Monkey King: Hero Is Back has a runtime of 1 hour 29 minutes, or 89 min.
When did Monkey King: Hero Is Back release?
Monkey King: Hero Is Back released on 29 July 2016.
Who directed Monkey King: Hero Is Back?
Monkey King: Hero Is Back is directed by Tian Xiaopeng.
Where can I watch Monkey King: Hero Is Back online?
Monkey King: Hero Is Back streams on Netflix.
How much did Monkey King: Hero Is Back earn at the box office?
Monkey King: Hero Is Back grossed CNY 956 million on a budget of CNY 60 million.
What is Monkey King: Hero Is Back rated in the US?
Monkey King: Hero Is Back is rated PG by the Motion Picture Association.
Is Monkey King: Hero Is Back based on a true story or a book?
Monkey King: Hero Is Back is based on Journey to the West.
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