---
title: "Monkey King: Hero Is Back"
year: 2015
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/monkey-king-hero-is-back-2015"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 351694
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 89
community_rating: 6.9
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "PG"
---

# Monkey King: Hero Is Back (2015) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/monkey-king-hero-is-back-2015

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Monkey King: Hero Is Back is a film first released in 2015. Catalogued under Fantasy, Animation, Comedy. Produced and broadcast by Hengdian Chinese Film Production Co., Beijing Weiying Shidai Technology (WePiao), October Media. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A legendary Monkey King awakens to battle monsters and protect a village with a brave child."

### Why Watch
- Features a classic Chinese mythological hero
- PG rating makes it family‑friendly
- Blends humor with action in vibrant animation

### Caveats & Content Note
- Reviews are mixed, with a 64% rating on some sites
- Runtime is under 90 minutes, which may feel brief
- Tone & Suitability: The film’s PG rating and comedic tone make it appropriate for children and family viewing.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: fantasy, comedy, adventure, family

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Tian Xiaopeng
- **Networks / Studios**: Hengdian Chinese Film Production Co., Beijing Weiying Shidai Technology (WePiao), October Media

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Zhang Lei** as *孙悟空（配音）*
- **Lin Zijie** as *江流儿（配音）*
- **Wu Wenlun** as *法明（配音）*
- **Tong Zirong** as *混沌（配音）*
- **Liu Jiurong** as *猪八戒（配音）*
- **Wu Di** as *老板娘(女妖)（配音）*
- **Liu Beichen** as *山神（配音）*
- **Zhao Qianjing** as *江流儿爸爸（配音）*
- **Zhou Shuai** as *江流儿妈妈（配音）*
- **Kuixing Teng** as *混沌（配音）*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the story about?
The Monkey King, freed after centuries, teams up with a child to defend a village from monsters.

### Q: Is the movie suitable for children?
Yes, it carries a PG rating and presents a family‑friendly adventure.

### Q: What animation style is used?
It is a Chinese computer‑animated feature.

### Q: How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 29 minutes.

### Q: When was it released?
It was released in 2015, with a US release on May 5, 2016.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Monkey King: Hero Is Back — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/351694)
- [Monkey King: Hero Is Back - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monkey_King:_Hero_Is_Back)
- [Monkey King: Hero Is Back (2015): Obsazení, herci, tvůrci a…](https://www.kinobox.cz/film/450743-monkey-king-hero-is-back/tvurci)
- [Monkey King: Hero Is Back (2015) | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/film/55258-monkey-king-hero-is-back/prehled/)

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