The film does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Its narrative is solely focused on mythological battles and the hero's journey, resulting in no portrayal of queer identity.

The film "The Monkey King" does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. Its narrative, based on classic Chinese mythology, focuses on fantasy action and adventure without incorporating elements related to transgender identity.

The film features Princess Iron Fan as a significant female character, but her role is primarily supportive and does not involve direct physical combat against male opponents. No other female characters engage in or win close-quarters physical fights against men.

The film adapts "Journey to the West." All major characters from the source material, such as Sun Wukong, the Jade Emperor, and Guan Yin, maintain their canonically established genders. New characters introduced do not constitute gender swaps.

The film is an adaptation of the classic Chinese novel "Journey to the West." All major characters, originating from Chinese mythology, are portrayed by East Asian actors, consistent with their established cultural and canonical depictions. No character's race was altered from its source material.