7.8
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Kung Fu Panda (2008)
Kung Fu Panda (2008)
Overview
Chosen by prophecy but doubted by all, Po is an unlikely Dragon Warrior—a clumsy panda thrust into the world of kung fu as a deadly enemy threatens the Valley of Peace. Under reluctant guidance by Master Shifu and the Furious Five, Po must embrace who he is to unlock the power that no scroll can teach.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Female Combat: Yes
Buddhism: Positive
Viewer Rating
7.8
Overview
Chosen by prophecy but doubted by all, Po is an unlikely Dragon Warrior—a clumsy panda thrust into the world of kung fu as a deadly enemy threatens the Valley of Peace. Under reluctant guidance by Master Shifu and the Furious Five, Po must embrace who he is to unlock the power that no scroll can teach.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film's central narrative focuses on universal themes of self-discovery, perseverance, and the importance of mentorship, without explicitly promoting a specific political ideology. It balances the value of tradition with the need for adaptation and individual potential.
The film features anthropomorphic animal characters in an ancient Chinese setting, with a diverse voice cast. Its narrative is a universal underdog story about self-belief and finding one's unique path, without directly addressing or critiquing traditional human identities.
Secondary
The film features Tigress and Viper, both highly skilled martial artists, who engage in and win close-quarters physical combat against multiple male rhino guards during the defense of the Valley of Peace.
The film's central themes of finding inner peace, self-discovery, and spiritual mastery, particularly through the wisdom of characters like Oogway and Shifu, are deeply rooted in Buddhist philosophy. It portrays these principles as the ultimate source of strength and wisdom, leading to a positive and affirming depiction.
Kung Fu Panda (2008) does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The story centers on Po's personal growth and his role in protecting the Valley of Peace, with no elements related to queer identity or relationships present in the narrative.
Kung Fu Panda (2008) does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. The story focuses on Po's journey to become the Dragon Warrior, with its narrative and character development entirely unrelated to transsexual experiences or gender identity.
Kung Fu Panda (2008) is an original film and the first installment in its franchise. All characters introduced are new and original to this production, meaning there is no prior canon from which a character's gender could be swapped.
The characters in Kung Fu Panda are anthropomorphic animals, not humans. The concept of a "race swap," which applies to human characters whose race is changed from established canon, does not apply to animal characters.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
7.6
7.3
Critic Ratings
8.7
7.4
Who Made This
Actors
| Name | Role | Gender | Race | Nationality |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Jack Black | Po (voice) | Male | White |  United States |
Angelina Jolie | Tigress (voice) | Female | White | United States |
Dustin Hoffman | Shifu (voice) | Male | White | United States |
Ian McShane | Tai Lung (voice) | Male | White |  United Kingdom |
Jackie Chan | Monkey (voice) | Male | East Asian |  Hong Kong |
Lucy Liu | Viper (voice) | Female | East Asian | United States |
Seth Rogen | Mantis (voice) | Male | White |  Canada |
David Cross | Crane (voice) | Male | White | United States |
Randall Duk Kim | Oogway (voice) | Male | East Asian | United States |
James Hong | Mr. Ping (voice) | Male | East Asian | United States |
Mark Osborne | Pig Patron (voice) | Male | White | United States |
John Stevenson | Rhino Guard (voice) | Male | White | United Kingdom |
Melissa Cobb | Bunny Mom (voice) | Female | White | United States |
Actor Breakdown
Gender
Male
Female
77%
23%
Race
White
69%
East Asian
31%
Nationalities
United States
69%
United Kingdom
15%
Hong Kong
8%
Canada
8%
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