The Mikado
In a small Japanese town, Ko-Ko is appointed to the unenviable position of executioner. Knowing he must successfully perform before the appearance of the Mikado in a month's time, Ko-Ko finds a suitable victim in Nanki-Poo, who is distraught over his unrequited love for the maiden Yum-Yum. Nanki-Poo agrees to sacrifice his life if he is allowed to spend his remaining days with Yum-Yum, who is betrothed to Ko-Ko.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Mikado
- Genres: Romance, Comedy, Music
- Release Date: 1939-05-01
- Runtime: 91 minutes
- Rating: 6.6/10 (30 votes)
- Budget: $165,000
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: General Film Distributors, J. Arthur Rank Organisation
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.1761
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Martyn Green
as Ko-Ko
Sydney Granville
as Pooh-Bah
John Barclay
as The Mikado
Kenny Baker
as Nanki-Poo
Jean Colin
as Yum-Yum
Gregory Stroud
as Pish-Tush
Constance Willis
as Katisha
Elizabeth Paynter
as Pitti-Sing
Kathleen Naylor
as Peep-Bo
Leslie Phillips
as Boy
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Trailers & Clips
THE MIKADO (1939) Trailer - The Criterion Collection
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Mikado?▼
The Mikado is a Romance, Comedy, Music movie directed by . It was released on 1939-05-01.
Who are the main actors in The Mikado?▼
The main cast includes Martyn Green, Sydney Granville, John Barclay, Kenny Baker, Jean Colin, .
Where can I watch The Mikado online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Mikado is available.
Is The Mikado based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of The Mikado?▼
The Mikado has an IMDb rating of 6.6/10 based on 30 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Mikado?▼
The movie had a production budget of $165,000 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Mikado?▼
The soundtrack was composed by General Film Distributors, J. Arthur Rank Organisation. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Mikado filmed?▼
The Mikado was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Mikado?▼
The total runtime of The Mikado is 91 minutes.
Is The Mikado suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Mikado?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Mikado.
Does The Mikado have a post-credit scene?▼
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