---
title: "The Monkey King 2"
year: 2016
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-monkey-king-2-2016"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 381902
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 120
community_rating: 5.9
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "G"
---

# The Monkey King 2 (2016) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-monkey-king-2-2016

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Monkey King 2 is a film first released in 2016. Catalogued under Action, Adventure, Fantasy. Produced and broadcast by Filmko Pictures. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A legendary monkey awakens to battle dark forces and protect his world."

### Why Watch
- Spectacular action sequences
- Rich mythological setting
- Vibrant fantasy visuals

### Caveats & Content Note
- At two hours, the pacing can feel slow for some viewers
- Tone & Suitability: The film includes fantasy violence and mythic battles, making it suitable for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: action, adventure, fantasy, mythic

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Soi Cheang
- **Networks / Studios**: Filmko Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Aaron Kwok Fu-Shing** as *The Monkey King*
- **Gong Li** as *Lady White*
- **William Feng** as *Little Monk*
- **Xiao Shenyang** as *Zhu Bajie*
- **Lo Chung-Him** as *Sha Wujing*
- **Kelly Chen Hui-Lin** as *Goddess of Mercy Guanyin*
- **Kris Phillips** as *Cloud Hercynian King*
- **Wei Lu** as *Basilisk*
- **Giselle Chia** as *Bat Demon*
- **Miya** as *Porcupine Demon*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What time period does the story take place in?
It is set 500 years after the Havoc in Heaven, following the Tang Priest’s western quest.

### Q: Which character is accidentally freed?
The Tang Priest accidentally frees the Monkey King.

### Q: Who is the main antagonist?
Lady White, who aims to break up the team assembled to defeat her.

### Q: What genres describe the film?
It is categorized as action, adventure, and fantasy.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The runtime is about two hours.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Monkey King 2 — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/381902)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*