About this movie
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. Filmed live from the 1982 Stratford Festival in Ontario.
Quick facts
Year
1983
Runtime
2h 21m
TMDB Rating
⭐ 9.0/10
Votes
3
Genre
Music, Comedy
Director
Language
EN
Cast
musical
satire
capital punishment
delayed execution
corrupt politician
operetta
opera live performance
musical comedy
japanese emperor
stratford
comic opera
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Questions about The Mikado
How long is The Mikado?
The Mikado has a runtime of 2h 21m (2 hours and 21 minutes).
Who directed The Mikado?
The Mikado was directed by Norman Campbell and released in 1983.
What genre is The Mikado?
The Mikado is a Music, Comedy film (1983).
Who stars in The Mikado?
The cast of The Mikado includes Gidon Saks, Henry Ingram, Eric Donkin, Richard McMillan, Allen Stewart-Coates.
What is the TMDB rating for The Mikado?
The Mikado has a TMDB rating of 9.0/10 based on 3 votes.
