The New Legends of Monkey is a very different beast). However, for anyone interested in revisiting their late-1970s/early ‘80s childhood, or shocking their own “monkeys” with what passed for kids’ entertainment back then, then all 52 episodes have just dropped on Netflix. And, really – they truly have to be seen to be believed.
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Monkey: A Japanese adaptation of a classic 16th Century Chinese novel, it featured some dodgy English dubbing, crazy characters and an incredibly catchy theme tune. Born of a rock that became magically fertile, the mischievous Monkey (Masaaki Saki) proclaims himself as a great sage. Desperate to be let into Heaven, he’s delighted when an invitation finally comes his way –only issued because the noise he’s making on Earth is causing everyone up there sleepless nights.
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The New Legends Of Monkey Season 3 Release Date, Cast, And Plot - What We Know So Far
The New Legends Of Monkey Season 3 Release Date, Cast, And Plot - What We Know So Far Netflix
By Bethy Squires/April 16, 2021 10:33 am EDT/Updated: April 16, 2021 10:34 am EDT
Journey to the West rivals the King Arthur legend as one of the most adapted stories in literature. The 16th century Chinese story is one of the Four Great Classic Novels of Chinese Literature and has inspired everything from cheesy 80s dubs to
Dragonball. The latest adaptation of this classic story is
The New Legends of Monkey, an Australian/New Zealand/Netflix production. Two seasons of the family friendly show have already come out, and fans are gleefully anticipating a third.
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