The Mikado
Synopsis
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.
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THE MIKADO (1939) Trailer - The Criterion CollectionOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-01-26
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Release History & Theatrical Window
London
Festival / Special Debut
May 1, 1939
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$165K
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Victor Schertzinger
- Screenplay & Story
- William S. Gilbert
- Original Title
- The Mikado
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Budget
- $165K
- Production Studios
- General Film Distributors, J. Arthur Rank Organisation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Victor Schertzinger
William S. Gilbert
Bernard Knowles
Gene Milford, Philip Charlot
Geoffrey Toye
Department Leadership Roster
Victor Schertzinger
Director
William S. Gilbert
Writer
Gene Milford
Editor
Geoffrey Toye
Producer
Philip Charlot
Editor
Bernard Knowles
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Mikado
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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 Victor Schertzinger.
Who stars in The Mikado?
The principal cast of The Mikado includes Martyn Green, Sydney Granville, John Barclay, Kenny Baker, Jean Colin.
When was The Mikado released and how long is it?
The Mikado was released in 1939 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Mikado?
The Mikado holds official age classifications: US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).