Who is Jade Emperor in The Monkey King?

Supreme ruler of heaven who banishes rebellious demons.

Who plays Jade Emperor in The Monkey King?

Jade Emperor is played by Chow Yun-Fat.

Jade Emperor's abilities include celestial authority, divine judgment, immortality.

Jade Emperor has 4 mapped relationships in The Monkey King. Explore the interactive relationship map for details.

Jade Emperor — Conflict Rebel Enemy — Bull Demon King (Aaron Kwok)
The Bull Demon King seeks revenge and the overthrow of the heavenly ruler.

The Bull Demon King attacks Heaven, loses to the Jade Emperor, and later leads another assault intended to conquer Heaven.
Jade Emperor — Family Brother And Sister — Princess Iron Fan (Joe Chen)
Their family connection influences the Bull Demon King's punishment.

The plot identifies Princess Iron Fan as the Jade Emperor's sister, and she appeals to him to spare the Bull Demon King.
Jade Emperor — Power Ruler And Subject — Sun Wukong / Monkey King (Donnie Yen)
Wukong moves from a subordinate position to open opposition against Heaven's ruler.

The Jade Emperor gives Wukong a position caring for the celestial stables, and Wukong later attacks the Emperor during his rebellion.
Jade Emperor — Power Usurper And Ruler — Demon King (Zhang Aiqin)
The Demon King directly replaces the Jade Emperor as heavenly ruler.

The Demon King defeats the Jade Emperor and takes the throne of Heaven.