The Monkey King
Netflix | Release Date (Streaming): August 18, 2023 CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
59
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Mixed or average reviews based on 10 Critic Reviews
Positive:
4
Mixed:
5
Negative:
1
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90
Paste MagazineB. PantherAug 16, 2023
Though aimed at a slightly younger audience, The Monkey King still has the mix of high-stakes peril and high-reward comedy that has become part of Chow’s signature style. Read full review
83
ColliderArezou AminAug 15, 2023
The film's central thesis, that everyone needs somewhere to belong, seems simple on paper. However, it winds up being much more nuanced in practice. Read full review
75
Movie NationRoger MooreAug 18, 2023
The animation is sharp, the animated action beats fluid and fun. Read full review
70
The Hollywood ReporterDavid RooneyAug 15, 2023
The Monkey King is no exception. It mines rich source material for a widely accessible episodic adventure laced with rowdy martial arts clashes and fantastical detours. Even if its Americanization follows a standard template, the movie maintains a flavorful sprinkling of the material’s cultural specificity. Read full review
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