Despite a ton of uncertainty regarding the financial risks of big-budget films, we know that studios are still finding a lot of success with children’s fare. So, it’s not a surprise that studios, including streamers like Netflix, are still churning out bright, colorful animated films like “The Monkey King” to attract younger audiences.
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As seen in the trailer for “The Monkey King,” this new children’s film follows the story of a monkey who is shunned by his people and dreams of bigger, better things. Namely, he wants to become a legendary fighter who joins the ranks of the immortals. To do so, he has to defeat a ton of demons and learn some valuable lessons along the way.
The all-star voice cast for the animated film includes Jimmy O. Yang, Jolie Hoang-Rappaport, Nan Li, Bowen Yang, Jo Koy, Ron Yuan, Hoon Lee, BD Wong, Andrew Kishino, Sophie Wu, Andrew Kishino, Jodi Long, James Sie, Andrew Pang, Stephanie Hsu, and Kuno Inghram. “Monkey King” is directed by Anthony Stacchi, who previously worked on “The Boxtrolls.”
“The Monkey King” debuts on Netflix on August 18. You can watch the trailer below.
Here’s the synopsis:
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.
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