Netflix's First All-Asian Voice Cast Animated Film - The Monkey King: Trailer Release and Potential for Success
News - 18 July 2023
Netflix has unveiled the trailer for its upcoming animated film, The Monkey King, marking the streaming giant's first venture into animated films with an all-Asian voice cast. Following the success of previous animated hits like Nimona and The Sea Beast, could The Monkey King be the next big hit for Netflix?The film is inspired by an epic Chinese tale and promises to deliver an action-packed family comedy that follows the adventures of a charismatic monkey and his magical battles. The storyline follows the monkey on an epic quest to conquer 100 demons, an eccentric dragon king, and his greatest enemy of all - his own ego.
Along the way, he encounters a young village girl who challenges his self-centered attitude and teaches him the impact even the smallest actions can have on the world.The star-studded cast of The Monkey King includes Jimmy O. Yang, known for his role in Silicon Valley, and Stephanie Hsu, who has appeared in Everything Everywhere All At Once.
The film also features the voices of BD Wong from Jurassic Park, Bowen Yang from Fire Island, and Hoon Lee from Warrior.Fans can look forward to streaming The Monkey King on Netflix starting August 18. The trailer for the film has already been released, giving viewers a glimpse of the exciting adventure that awaits.
With its unique storyline, diverse voice cast, and impressive visuals, The Monkey King has the potential to be a standout addition to Netflix's growing collection of animated films. Stay tuned for its release to see if it will join the ranks of other successful animated films on the platform.