The Monkey King 3 (2018)
The Monkey King 3 is streaming in Malaysia on Lionsgate Play.
The verdict
The Monkey King 3 neither embarrasses itself nor gives you much reason to recommend it. It carries a 5.7/10 on TMDB across 65 ratings — under the line most people draw. It clocks in at a standard 114 minutes. In Malaysia you can stream it on Lionsgate Play.
Should you spend 1h 54m on it?
1h 54m of Chinese adventure with fantasy threaded through. Standard length — a normal evening's watch, nothing to plan around.
- Why
- 5.7/10 across 65 ratings — a middling reception, so this one depends on whether the premise appeals to you.
- Skip if
- you want something grounded and small-scale
- Best for
- An ordinary evening in
Story
The Monkey King and his friends try to break free from a ruler that takes them hostage. However, their exploits provoke the anger of a deity that decides to punish them for their actions.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 54m |
| Genre | Adventure / Fantasy |
| Language | Chinese |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Soi Cheang
Cast
Where to watch in Malaysia
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 23 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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