The Mikado (1996)
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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. Esgee Productions' live taping starring Australian singer-songwriter Jon English.
Director: Craig Schaefer, Peter Butler
Genre: Music, Comedy
Runtime: 150 min
Release Date: June 1, 1996
Cast
- Jon English - Poo-Bah
- Derek Metzger - Nanki-Poo
- Drew Forsythe - Ko-Ko
- Bev Shean - Katisha
- Terri Crouch - Yum-Yum
- Georgia Duder-Wood - Pitti Sing
- Andi Gallaher - Peep Bo
- Lisa McArdle - Yo-Ko
- David Gould - The Mikado of Japan
- Christophe Broadway - Pish-Tush
Screenplay
Music: Arthur Sullivan
Country: Australia
Language: English
Original Language: en
Themes
Musical Spectacle
Keywords
musical, musical proshot, comic opera
More Films by Director: Craig Schaefer, Peter Butler
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. Esgee Productions' live taping starring Australian singer-songwriter Jon English.
- Who directed The Mikado?
- The Mikado was directed by Craig Schaefer, Peter Butler.
- Who stars in The Mikado?
- The Mikado stars Jon English, Derek Metzger, Drew Forsythe, Bev Shean, Terri Crouch, Georgia Duder-Wood.
- How long is The Mikado?
- The Mikado has a runtime of 2h 30m (150 minutes).
- What genre is The Mikado?
- The Mikado is a Music, Comedy film.
- Where was The Mikado produced?
- The Mikado was produced in Australia.
- What are the themes of The Mikado?
- The themes of The Mikado include: Musical Spectacle.