The Mikado (1967)
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: Stuart Burge
Genre: Comedy, Music, Romance
Runtime: 124 min
Release Date: March 15, 1967
Cast
- Donald Adams - The Mikado of Japan
- Valerie Masterson - Yum-Yum
- John Reed - Ko-Ko
- Christene Palmer - Katisha
- Kenneth Sandford - Pooh-Bar
- Thomas Lawlor - Pish-Tush
- Peggy Ann Jones - Pitti-Sing
- Pauline Wales - Peep-Bo
Screenplay
Music: Arthur Sullivan
Production: BHE Films
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Stuart Burge
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 Stuart Burge.
- Who stars in The Mikado?
- The Mikado stars Donald Adams, Valerie Masterson, John Reed, Christene Palmer, Kenneth Sandford, Thomas Lawlor.
- How long is The Mikado?
- The Mikado has a runtime of 2h 4m (124 minutes).
- What genre is The Mikado?
- The Mikado is a Comedy, Music, Romance film.
- Where was The Mikado produced?
- The Mikado was produced in United Kingdom.