Monkey

Monkey (1978-1980)

EndedScripted showComedy, Action, Adventure

Monkey is based on the 16th century Chinese story "Hsi Yu Chi" ("Journey To The West"). It tells the story of the Buddhist priest Tripitaka, and his three disciples Monkey, Pigsy, and Sandy, as they travel from China to India to fetch the Buddhist scriptures. They have been sent by Buddha, and getting these scriptures will bring peace to the people of the world. Dubbed into English and shown in November 16, 1979 on UK and later Australian television, it proved to be quite popular.

Network
Scheduleevery Sunday (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E26At the Top of the MountainMay 4, 1980
S02E25Monkey's YearningApr 27, 1980
S02E24Hungry Like the WolfApr 20, 1980
S02E23StonedApr 13, 1980
S02E22The Tenacious TomboyApr 6, 1980
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Monkey premiere?

Monkey premiered on October 1, 1978.

What was the show's original title?

The show's original title was "Saiy\u00fbki" or "Journey to the West."

What is the show's origin country?

The show's origin country is Japan.

What is the genre of Monkey?

The genre of Monkey is fantasy and adventure.

Which network originally aired Monkey in Japan?

TBS (Tokyo Broadcasting System) originally aired Monkey in Japan.

Who directed the series?

Monkey was directed by three different directors: Yusuke Watanabe, Noboru Ishiguro, and Kazuya Miyazaki.

What is the show based on?

The show is based on a classic Chinese novel called "Journey to the West."

Who composed the theme music for Monkey?

The theme music for Monkey was composed by Godiego.

Who played the main character of Monkey?

Masaaki Sakai played the main character of Monkey.

What kind of special effects were used in the show?

The show used a mix of traditional and contemporary special effects, including puppetry, animation, and live-action.

Who provided the English voiceover for Monkey?

The English voiceover for Monkey was provided by Andrew Sachs.

What year was the English dub of Monkey released?

The English dub of Monkey was released in 1979.

Who played the character of Pigsy in Monkey?

Toshiyuki Nishida played the character of Pigsy in Monkey.

What is the significance of the Monkey King character in Chinese mythology?

The Monkey King character is significant in Chinese mythology as a symbol of rebellion and cleverness.

Also known as

  • Saiyûki (Japan)
  • 西遊記 (Japan)
  • Царь обезьян (Russian Federation)

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GenreComedy