The Donkey King

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  • NR
  • 2020
  • 1 hr 39 min
  • 5.0  (274)

The Donkey King is an animated movie released in 2020 that tells the story of Mangu, a humble, hardworking, and loyal Donkey who dreams of becoming the King of Azadnagar, a fictional kingdom ruled by a lion named Shahzada. Despite facing discrimination and ridicule from other animals living in the kingdom for being a donkey, Mangu remains optimistic and perseveres towards achieving his goals with the help of his friends, including a street-smart mouse, a kind-hearted cat, and a snobbish rabbit.

The movie begins with a prologue that provides insights into the socio-political landscape of Azadnagar, where the ruling lion, Shahzada, is fiercely protective of his power and often mistreats other animals living under his regime. One day, while on his way to deliver fruit to Shahzada's palace, Mangu witnesses a series of events that change his life forever. He gets embroiled in a conspiracy against the Lion King as a result of a mix-up, leading to him being appointed as the new King of Azadnagar. Initially, Mangu struggles to adjust to his new role but is soon forced to confront the challenges of ruling a kingdom marked by corruption, poverty, and oppression.

As Mangu strives to carve his path forward, he faces numerous hurdles, including the Lion King's wrath, who seeks to regain power by any means necessary. Mangu's inexperience and naivety make him an easy target for Shahzada's devious plans, leading to a series of confrontations between the two. However, Mangu learns to rally his loyal supporters and work with them to overcome challenges and deliver justice to the oppressed.

The movie combines elements of comedy, drama, and satire to provide a wholesome viewing experience for audiences of all ages. The animation is visually appealing and loaded with details that add to the storyline's richness. The characters are well-developed and relatable, each with their unique personalities and quirks. The voice-over actors bring the characters to life, adding to the overall charm of the movie.

Overall, The Donkey King is an entertaining and thought-provoking movie that touches on essential themes such as power, democracy, justice, and friendship. The storyline is fast-paced, and the movie stays true to its roots of providing a lighthearted family entertainer. The underlying messages of the movie are relevant and timely, making it a must-watch for movie-goers of all ages. The movie's soundtrack is upbeat and catchy, adding to its overall appeal.

The Donkey King is a 2020 action movie with a runtime of 1 hour and 39 minutes. It has received mostly poor reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 5.0.

The Donkey King
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The Donkey King is available to watch free on Plex and Tubi TV. It's also available to stream, download and buy on demand at Amazon Prime, Apple TV, Amazon and Vudu. Some platforms allow you to rent The Donkey King for a limited time or purchase the movie and download it to your device.
  • Release Date
    2020
  • MPAA Rating
    NR
  • Runtime
    1 hr 39 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    5.0  (274)