The Monkey King – Watch the trailer for the new animated movie

THE MONKEY KING – (L-R) MONKEY KING (Jimmy O. Yang) and DRAGON KING (voiced by Bowen Yang). Cr: Netflix © 2023

The Monkey King is an action-packed family comedy that follows a rebellious and charismatic Monkey and his magical fighting Stick on an epic quest for victory over 100 demons, an eccentric Dragon King, and Monkey’s greatest foe of all —his own ego! Along the way, a young village girl challenges his self-centered attitude and shows him that even the smallest pebble can have a big effect on the world.

Directed by Anthony Stacchi, the voice cast includes Jimmy O. Yang, Bowen Yang, Jo Koy, Jolie Hoang-Rappaport and Stephanie Hsu.

The Monkey King hits Netflix on 18th August 2023.