The Mikado (1973)
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.
Director: Michael Hayes
Genre: Romance, Comedy
Runtime: 125 min
Release Date: December 28, 1973
Cast
- Richard Angas - The Mikado of Japan
- David Hillman - Nanki-Poo
- Derek Hammond-Stroud - Ko-Ko
- Ian Wallace - Pooh-Bah
- Philip Sommerscales - Pish-Tush
- Valerie Masterson - Yum-Yum
- Janet Hughes - Pitti-Sing
- Sara De Javelin - Peep-Bo
- Heather Begg - Katisha
Screenplay
- Frank Hatherley (Script Editor)
- William S. Gilbert
Music: Arthur Sullivan
Production: BBC
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
musical, comic opera
More Films by Director: Michael Hayes
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Mikado about?
- 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.
- Who directed The Mikado?
- The Mikado was directed by Michael Hayes.
- Who stars in The Mikado?
- The Mikado stars Richard Angas, David Hillman, Derek Hammond-Stroud, Ian Wallace, Philip Sommerscales, Valerie Masterson.
- How long is The Mikado?
- The Mikado has a runtime of 2h 5m (125 minutes).
- What genre is The Mikado?
- The Mikado is a Romance, Comedy film.
- Where was The Mikado produced?
- The Mikado was produced in United Kingdom.