---
title: "The Monkey King"
year: 2014
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-monkey-king-2014"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 119892
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 119
community_rating: 5.6
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# The Monkey King (2014) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-monkey-king-2014

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Monkey King is a film first released in 2014. Catalogued under Action, Adventure, Family, Fantasy. Produced and broadcast by Filmko Pictures, Mandarin Films, Beijing Wen Hua Dong Run Investment. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A stone-born monkey gains powers and embarks on a legendary quest."

### Why Watch
- Mythic Chinese legend brought to screen
- Spectacular fantasy action sequences
- Family‑friendly adventure

### Caveats & Content Note
- Runtime nears two hours
- PG‑13 rating may limit younger viewers
- Tone & Suitability: The film features fantasy combat and mild violence, appropriate for teen and older audiences.

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

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/the-monkey-king-2014#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Soi Cheang
- **Networks / Studios**: Filmko Pictures, Mandarin Films, Beijing Wen Hua Dong Run Investment

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Donnie Yen** as *Sun Wukong / Monkey King*
- **Aaron Kwok Fu-Shing** as *Bull Demon King*
- **Joe Chen** as *Princess Iron Fan*
- **Chow Yun-Fat** as *Jade Emperor*
- **Peter Ho** as *Erlangshen*
- **Kelly Chen Hui-Lin** as *Goddess of Mercy Guanyin*
- **Gigi Leung Wing-Kei** as *Chang'E*
- **Eddie Cheung Siu-Fai** as *Master Pitu*
- **Hai Yitian** as *Buddha Bodhi*
- **Liu Hua** as *Dragon King of the East Sea*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the basic plot of The Monkey King?
It follows Sun Wukong, a stone‑born monkey who gains supernatural powers, rebels against heaven, and later joins monk Xuanzang on a journey to India.

### Q: Who is the main character?
The story centers on Sun Wukong, the Monkey King.

### Q: What genres does the film belong to?
It is classified as action, adventure, family, and fantasy.

### Q: What is the film’s rating?
The movie is rated PG‑13.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour 59 minutes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Monkey King — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/119892)

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