The Forbidden Kingdom
- Action
- Adventure
- Fantasy
An American teenager who is obsessed with Hong Kong cinema and kung-fu classics makes an extraordinary discovery in a Chinatown pawnshop: the legendary stick weapon of the Chinese sage and warrior, the Monkey King. With the lost relic in hand, the teenager unexpectedly finds himself travelling back to ancient China to join a crew of warriors from martial arts lore on a dangerous quest to free the imprisoned Monkey King.
The Forbidden Kingdom is a 2008 action-adventure fantasy film that blends Hollywood storytelling with classic Chinese martial arts cinema. An American teenager discovers the legendary staff of the Monkey King in a Chinatown pawnshop and is transported to ancient China, where he joins a team of legendary warriors on a quest to free the imprisoned Monkey King. The film combines kung-fu action with fantasy adventure and features an international cast.
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Jackie ChanOld Hop / Lu Yan
Jet LiThe Silent Monk / The Monkey King
Michael AngaranoJason Tripitikas
Liu YifeiGolden Sparrow / Chinatown Girl
Li BingbingNi Chang a.k.a White-Haired Witch
Collin ChouJade Warlord
Morgan BenoitLupo
Jack PosobiecSouthie
Thomas McDonellYoung Southie- Juana CollignonSouthie Girl
- Zhi Ma GuiOld Woman
- Shen Shou HeFarmer
- Bin JiangYoung Village Man
Shaohua YangJade Soldier- Yu Yuan ZengInn Keeper
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The Forbidden Kingdom — frequently asked
When was The Forbidden Kingdom released?
The Forbidden Kingdom was released on April 17, 2008.
What is the plot about?
The film follows an American teenager obsessed with Hong Kong action cinema who discovers the mythical staff of the Monkey King in a pawnshop and is transported to ancient China, where he teams up with legendary martial arts warriors to rescue the imprisoned Monkey King.
What genre is The Forbidden Kingdom?
The Forbidden Kingdom is an action-adventure fantasy film that combines martial arts sequences with fantastical elements from Chinese legend.
Is The Forbidden Kingdom available to watch now?
Yes, the film has been released and is available through various streaming platforms and digital retailers, though availability varies by region.
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