The Mikado
"The Town of Titipu"
Originally released in 1983. The Mikado is a music/comedy film. directed by Norman Campbell. With a runtime of 2h 21m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Gidon Saks, Henry Ingram, and Eric Donkin
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. Filmed live from the 1982 Stratford Festival in Ontario.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 2, 1983
43 years ago
Runtime
2h 21m
141 minutes total
User Rating
9.5/10
Excellent (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Canada
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- CBC
- Stratford Festival
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 sui...
Who directed The Mikado?
The Mikado was directed by Norman Campbell.
How long is The Mikado?
The Mikado has a runtime of 2 hours and 21 minutes (141 minutes total).
When was The Mikado released?
The Mikado was released on January 2, 1983 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Mikado?
The main cast of The Mikado includes Gidon Saks, Henry Ingram, Eric Donkin, Richard McMillan, Allen Stewart-Coates.