What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedThe Monkey King
Anthony Stacchi · Film · 2023
If you loved The Monkey King, start with The Monkey King (Chaiko, Chaiko Tsai, 2023) — a book from the same story. Below: 4 books, 2 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to The Monkey King across media.
What hooked you in The Monkey King was the way a grand, mythic quest serves as the ultimate backdrop for personal transformation.
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Books on the same thread
Fairy Tale
Stephen King · Book
Explores: coming of age, good versus evil, interdimensional travel.
Like The Monkey King, this story uses a portal fantasy setting to explore the high stakes of a hero's journey where good and evil clash in dangerous, magical realms.
Grumpy Monkey
Suzanne Lang · Book · 2021
Shares a thread with The Monkey King: Self-Acceptance.
If you appreciated the focus on self-acceptance and managing one's ego in The Monkey King, you will connect with this tale about learning to handle complex internal emotions.
Shuna's Journey
Hayao Miyazaki · Book
Shares a thread with The Monkey King: hero's journey.
Just as in The Monkey King, this epic fable centers on a protagonist setting out on a mythic adventure that requires sacrifice and growth to achieve a noble goal.
The Hobbit
J. R. R. Tolkien · Book · 1937
Explores: Good vs. Evil, Courage, The Hero's Journey.
This classic shares the spirit of The Monkey King by thrusting an unlikely hero into a perilous quest filled with dragons and moral lessons about greed and courage.
Series on the same thread
Maya and the Three
Jorge R. Gutierrez · Series · 2021
Shares 3 threads with The Monkey King: Good vs Evil, Mythological Fantasy, Hero's Journey.
This series mirrors the mythological scope of The Monkey King, following a spirited warrior who must battle vengeful gods while navigating the weight of an ancient, world-saving prophecy.
Marvel's Hit-Monkey
Will Speck · Series · 2021
Shares a thread with The Monkey King: Action Comedy.
Fans of the primate-led action in The Monkey King will enjoy this unique dynamic, which builds on the fish-out-of-water trope through a lens of mentorship and intense combat.
Podcasts on the same thread
Meta Monkeys Podcast
Podcast
Explores: Metaverse, Blockchain Technology, NFTs.
While distinct in format, those drawn to the cultural relevance of The Monkey King will find an interest in how this podcast explores the digital evolution of modern society.
Anime Grind
Podcast
Explores: Personal Growth, Goal Setting, Positive Mindset.
If you loved the inspiring character development found in The Monkey King, this show provides a practical look at how the drive of iconic heroes motivates real-world personal growth.
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Common questions
Is The Monkey King movie based on the book?
Yes, the 2023 movie The Monkey King is an adaptation of the book titled The Monkey King, also released in 2023. Both versions follow a stick-wielding monkey and a young girl on a quest to defeat demons, dragons, and gods while seeking immortality.
What is the plot of The Monkey King?
The Monkey King follows a monkey who uses a magic stick to embark on an epic quest for immortality. Throughout his journey, he teams up with a young girl to battle demons, dragons, and gods while struggling to overcome his own ego.
Who directed The Monkey King?
The 2023 film The Monkey King was directed by Anthony Stacchi. The movie depicts an epic quest for immortality where a monkey and a young girl fight against various mythological entities including demons, dragons, and gods.
Should I read The Monkey King book or watch the movie first?
Since both the book and the movie titled The Monkey King were released in 2023, you can choose either format to start. Both versions feature the same central story of a monkey and a girl battling demons and gods on their quest for immortality.